We mobilise the humanities and social sciences to ​understand the world and shape a brighter future.https://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3muk4frbrz52yThere are only two weeks left to apply for the SHAPE Involve and Engage 2027-28 programme. Apply now: https://bit.ly/43JR4oA02 Sep 2026 14:10 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3muk4frbrz52yhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mujmr52zjn2xThe second round of the British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants scheme is now open. Our most popular funding opportunity supports UK-based Postdoctoral researchers – or equivalent – in the humanities and social sciences. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4iwQQtI02 Sep 2026 09:30 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mujmr52zjn2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mu5p7mhis525The ERC Starting Grants 2026 call is now open for applications. Find out more about this exciting opportunity and gain valuable insights into the proposal and evaluation process by joining our interactive webinar on 28 Sep. Secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4eGHg5B 28 Aug 2026 15:42 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu5p7mhis525https://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtyhse2uoe2tThere are only three weeks left to submit discussion paper proposals for our new international policy programme, ‘Humanity, Climate & Nature’. Don’t miss this paid opportunity to share your creative ideas and help address global climate and nature challenges. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hH2qlA26 Aug 2026 13:46 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtyhse2uoe2thttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtvwda7qmr2mThere are only two weeks left to apply for the in-person Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and The British Academy Knowledge Frontiers Symposium focused on the broad theme of ‘Humans and nature’. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4yL3Stm25 Aug 2026 13:28 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtvwda7qmr2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtt72txaa62bAs we prepare to recruit the next cohort of the British Academy Elevate Programme, we spoke with James Woodhams, PhD from, one of the programme’s expert training providers, Kindling Ventures. Find out more about the programme here: https://bit.ly/4wOVF5V24 Aug 2026 11:26 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtt72txaa62bhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtm3vfqa3p2uTogether with @dgap.org, we welcome applications from early- and mid-career researchers for the latest round of Global Innovation Fellowships. The scheme offers awardees the opportunity to work at DGAP’s Berlin office on key policy themes. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4xbd6xC 21 Aug 2026 15:41 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtm3vfqa3p2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtlfilevsl2mWe’re inviting ECR Members, Partners, and Funders together to celebrate turning five on Wednesday 30 September 2026 at the University of Birmingham. All the details and how to sign up are on our events portal: https://bit.ly/4xMnagy Not part of the ECRN? You can join today: https://bit.ly/3SNypqa21 Aug 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtlfilevsl2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtjbnljsoi24It's GCSE results day and the British Academy have analysed entry data for humanities, arts and social science subjects. Check out coverage of our GCSE results day commentary in: The Guardian ➡️ https://bit.ly/4cQL6Y1 The Times ➡️ https://bit.ly/4xUTpuc https://www.theguardian.com/education/live/2026/aug/20/gcse-results-exams-schools-education-england-wales-northern-ireland-live-latest-updates#maincontent:~:text=%27Concerning%27%20fall%20in%20language%20GCSE%20entries%2C%20says%20British%20Academy20 Aug 2026 12:46 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjbnljsoi24https://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtgrlql6ik2xFollowing A level results day last week, here are some key subject uptake trends that you may have missed, with long-term analysis from our SHAPE Observatory. We will be analysing the data again this week on GCSE results day.19 Aug 2026 12:53 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtgrlql6ik2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtgeklnpol2qApplications for the Postdoctoral Fellowships are still open. The scheme gives researchers in the humanities and social sciences the opportunity to strengthen their experience of research and teaching in an academic environment. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4xWduAS19 Aug 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtgeklnpol2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtelkslny724Are you a researcher looking to fund projects that engage the public with the humanities and social sciences? Apply for the SHAPE Involve and Engage 2027-28 programme. Find out more: https://bit.ly/43JR4oA18 Aug 2026 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtelkslny724https://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtdu2ccvxw2aOur CEO Hetan Shah joined BBC Radio 4's Front Row last night, discussing the latest entry data for A levels in arts and humanities - including a 6% drop in English Literature in England, continuing its decline over the past 5 years. (listen from 32:25) ➡️ https://bbc.in/3U3JQud18 Aug 2026 08:59 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtdu2ccvxw2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mtbv4exci72yFor Reece, the British Academy Elevate Programme provided the structure and support to think more strategically about research, leadership and long-term career goals. Application window opens 1 September - 28 October Find out more: https://bit.ly/4hDOpVP17 Aug 2026 14:13 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbv4exci72yhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mszz225jd427Do your interests lie at the intersection of climate change, nature and human wellbeing? We invite researchers, policymakers, practitioners and independent experts to submit proposals for discussion papers on our new programme ‘Humanity, Climate & Nature’. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4hH2qlA14 Aug 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mszz225jd427https://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3msxfd4vocc2aFor A level results day, the British Academy has looked at two decades of data on take-up of SHAPE subjects across the UK. Although SHAPE subjects still make up the majority of entries, there is an evolving picture beneath that headline figure. Read the full analysis here: https://bit.ly/4xE87FQ13 Aug 2026 10:03 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxfd4vocc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3msvcmgoava2tWould you like to take a creative approach to your research, expand your skills, and build new partnerships? Talent Development Awards supports innovative research methods, helping researchers develop expertise in new areas and foster meaningful collaborations. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4bpl2CE 12 Aug 2026 14:10 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3msvcmgoava2thttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3msszyef54q2xWe are delighted to announce that The British Academy Elevate Programme will be returning for its second cohort, continuing our commitment to building a supportive and impact lead research community shaped by ECRs for ECRs. Find out more about the programme here: https://bit.ly/4wOVF5V11 Aug 2026 16:30 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3msszyef54q2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3msspjfwaeh24We are still accepting applications for the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and The British Academy Knowledge Frontiers Symposium aimed at bringing together UK-based and German researchers. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4yL3Stm11 Aug 2026 13:23 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3msspjfwaeh24https://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3msjlny4q432jWe are commissioning discussion papers for our new international policy programme, ‘Humanity, Climate & Nature’, inviting creative thinking on interconnected challenges relating to climate change, biodiversity loss, sustainability, development and wellbeing. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hH2qlA07 Aug 2026 22:20 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3msjlny4q432jhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3msdp2yuvfo24Only three weeks remain to apply for the Mid-Career Fellowships. The opportunity supports researchers in the humanities and social sciences to pursue a significant research project and engage the public with their findings. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4f09Crd05 Aug 2026 14:05 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3msdp2yuvfo24https://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3msdayip6ck25Are we witnessing the end of globalisation or a new version of it? As security concerns increasingly shape decisions on trade, investment, and technology, governments are rethinking economic relationships.05 Aug 2026 09:53 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3msdayip6ck25https://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3msbbjfkjyc2d🧵Today is results day in Scotland. Congratulations to all on their results! We've analysed data on uptake of SHAPE subjects across National 5s, Highers, and Advanced Highers. SHAPE entries increased by 1.6% at National 5 and 2.2% at Highers. Head to our website for more: shorturl.at/7MnIY https://shorturl.at/7MnIY04 Aug 2026 14:57 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3msbbjfkjyc2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3msb4i4k65p2nAre you an early career researcher in the humanities and social sciences? Join the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and the British Academy Knowledge Frontiers Symposium to network with fellow researchers in an in-person symposium in Bonn, Germany. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4yL3Stm04 Aug 2026 13:27 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3msb4i4k65p2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3ms6xhrynqq2uAre you interested in developing genuinely interdisciplinary piece of research? Applications for the International Interdisciplinary Research Projects, focused on the theme of ‘Mobilities’ are now open. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4y9wiwJ03 Aug 2026 16:52 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms6xhrynqq2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3ms65nnfcgb2zThe second volume in The Diaries of Anthony Ashley-Cooper, the Seventh Earl of Shaftesbury is now available in two parts, covering the years 1846-1855, revealing his work as a leading Victorian reformer and documenting campaigns on labour, health, education, and religion: https://bit.ly/4xeGd2R03 Aug 2026 09:10 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms65nnfcgb2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mrxdj3xxhs25Students' subject choices have a lasting impact. Ensuring students can benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum must remain a priority. 🧵31 Jul 2026 16:06 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrxdj3xxhs25https://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mrufkvo3vg2oNew in the Proceedings of the British Academy, 'The Social History of Law in Nineteenth-Century Latin America' shows how ordinary people engaged with post-independence legal reforms, including ending slavery and expanding courts: https://bit.ly/4fyqape30 Jul 2026 12:05 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrufkvo3vg2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/britishacademy.bsky.social/post/3mrrg2puook2vStudents' subject choices matter. As exam results days approach, our 2024 analysis of post-16 subject choices in England is still relevant. 🧵29 Jul 2026 07:35 +0000at://did:plc:4cuvn7msrwqbl44gcfzvcsv4/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrrg2puook2v