Early Career Researcher? Conference bursaries available...
The Society understands that participating in events can be expensive, so are happy to be able to support a number of early career researchers participate in its 2026 conference. 20 bursaries are available, which cover the in-person conference fee only and includes:
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Access to any session over the three days of the conference (Monday 29th June - Wednesday 1st July);
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Daily refreshments and lunch during the conference;
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Welcome drinks reception (evening of Monday 29th June);
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Early career social event (following on from drinks reception);
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Conference dinner (evening of Tuesday 30th June);
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Access to one pre-conference workshop (Sunday 28th June)
Application requirements
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Be a current student or within 5 years of PhD;
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Be confirmed as presenting on the conference programme;
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Be a member of the SLLS;
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Not have received a bursary from the SLLS previously.
How to apply
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Send an email explaining your reasons for applying for a bursary (up to 300 words), including the name and email address of your supervisor, to Cat Westlake (cwestlake@slls.org.uk)
Deadline for applications: 30th April 2026.
Please note: bursaries do not cover accommodation or travel costs.
