The WCSJ2027 Travel Fellowships provide financial support for eligible applicants who would otherwise face limited access to funding to attend the World Conference of Science Journalists 2027 in London. The fellowship covers several major participation costs, including travel, visa-related expenses, accommodation and conference registration. Applications close on 23 October 2026 at 23:59 BST.
Programme Snapshot
Programme: WCSJ2027 Travel Fellowships
Category: Travel Fellowship
Event: World Conference of Science Journalists 2027
Location: London, United Kingdom
Programme Period: September 2027
Funding Support: Travel, visa costs, local transport, accommodation and conference registration
Eligible Applicants: Journalists, science communicators, relevant academics and students
Application Deadline: 23 October 2026 at 23:59 BST
About the WCSJ2027 Travel Fellowships
The WCSJ2027 Travel Fellowships are intended to make participation in the World Conference of Science Journalists 2027 more accessible to applicants with limited funding opportunities.
The programme seeks applicants who are committed to science journalism and related professional practice. Fellowship applications are assessed competitively, and submitting an application does not guarantee financial support.
Applicants selected for support will attend the conference in London and participate in the wider WCSJ2027 programme.
What the Travel Fellowship Covers
WCSJ2027 provides financial and conference-related support to successful Travel Fellowship applicants.
Confirmed support includes:
✓ Air, rail, coach or bus travel
✓ Visa application costs
✓ Limited local transport at the conference location
✓ Up to six nights of accommodation
✓ Full conference registration
✓ Refreshments and lunches during the conference
✓ Reception catering included in the conference programme
The Travel Fellowship does not provide per diem payments.
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Who Can Apply?
The application process accommodates applicants from journalism, science communication, academic and related educational backgrounds.
Professional profiles identified in the application include:
• Staff journalists
• Freelance science journalists
• Institutional science communicators
• Freelance science communicators
• Professionals working across science journalism and communication
• Academic researchers or lecturers in science journalism, media studies, science communication or related fields
• Students in science journalism, media studies, science communication or related fields
Applicants must be able to complete the application and supporting materials in English.
Candidates must also confirm that they are available to attend the full conference period specified in the application form.
Passport and Visa Requirements
Applicants must review the entry requirements relevant to travelling to the United Kingdom.
The application requires candidates to confirm that they:
• Have checked whether they require a UK Standard Visitor visa
• Understand the relevant visa requirements
• Hold a passport valid until the end of September 2027, or are already applying for or renewing a passport
• Can provide the required passport information during the application process
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Required Application Information
The WCSJ2027 Travel Fellowship application requests information about each candidate’s professional background, experience and motivation.
Applicants should be prepared to provide:
• Current employer, educational institution or professional affiliation
• Current professional role or course information
• Years of professional journalism experience, where applicable
• A professional biography of 150–300 words
• A CV or résumé of no more than two pages
• Three examples of professional work
• A supporting letter
• A motivation statement of up to 500 words
• A statement of up to 150 words explaining how the applicant will share what they learn after WCSJ2027
• Relevant passport and visa information
Work examples may be submitted through uploads or URLs. Where audio or video material is not in English, applicants must provide appropriate English-language supporting material while retaining the original work.
Selection Process
Travel Fellowships are awarded through a competitive selection process.
Applications are assessed using factors including:
• Professional experience
• Motivation for attending WCSJ2027
• Potential benefit from participation
• Potential contribution to the conference community
• Financial need
The programme also aims to support broad international participation and representation.
Applicants are expected to support the principles of accurate, fair and transparent science journalism and communication, including accuracy, fairness, transparency, editorial independence, disclosure of conflicts of interest and proper attribution of sources where applicable.
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Application Deadline
Applications for the WCSJ2027 Travel Fellowships must be submitted by:
• 23 October 2026 at 23:59 BST.
Applicants should complete all required sections and supporting materials before submitting their application.
Apply Here
Review the official fellowship details and follow the application instructions provided on the official page.
