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⏰ Deadline for all schemes: Friday 23 October 2026, 12:00 noon 

The YESI Fellows scheme is open to all University of York (UoY) staff with a PhD - including postdocs, lecturers, senior academics, and professional services staff involved in research.

If you’re considering applying for one of the YESI Fellows schemes for 2026–2027, please ensure you read the call guidelines linked below for full details on eligibility and how to apply.  If you’re seeking potential collaborators for your project, the YESI Community Directory is an excellent place to start.

Please note that all application forms must be submitted by a University of York applicant, and that both applicants for the YESI International Fellows scheme must have been awarded their PhD.

YESI Discipline Hopping Fellows 2026-27

• Discipline Hopping call guidelines   
• Discipline Hopping application form (UoY access only) 

YESI Knowledge Exchange Fellows 2026-27

• Knowledge Exchange call guidelines   
• Knowledge Exchange application form (UoY access only) 

YESI International Fellows 2026-27

• International Fellows call guidelines      
• International Fellows application form (UoY access only)    

Overseas collaborators may view the YESI International Fellows Application form (PDF , 1,951kb) for reference purposes only.  It is provided to offer guidance on the application process; however, the form must be completed and submitted by your University of York co-applicant.