Research Development Welsh Language & Heritage Research Grant
- Opens: 4 November
- Closes: 4 January
- Amount: 1 X £2,000
- Funding Timeframe: All funding must be spent by the 1st July 2027
- Reporting: A progress report must be submitted by the 31st of July 2027
- Timeline: Applicants will be notified by the 20th of January
The Welsh Language & Heritage Research Award is available to staff and postgraduate research students to support research that contributes to the understanding, development, preservation or promotion of the Welsh language, culture and heritage.
The award aims to support research that explores and celebrates the richness of Welsh identity, history and cultural heritage, while generating new knowledge and contributing to the preservation and development of Welsh language and heritage for future generations. Research may explore a range of themes, including Welsh history, literature, traditions, communities, identity, language development, and cultural practices. Projects may also explore opportunities to engage with Welsh-speaking communities, cultural organisations, heritage institutions and external partners.
Key evaluation criteria: relevance to Welsh language, culture and heritage, quality and originality of the proposed research, potential to generate meaningful research outputs and impact, contribution to the preservation or promotion of Welsh language and heritage, opportunities for collaboration and community engagement.
ONE award of £2,000 is available.
Successful applicants will be required to submit a progress report to the Research Office by 31 July 2027.
All funding through this award MUST be spent by 1 July 2027.
