The Arctic Office facilitates a range of opportunities that support UK engagement in Arctic research and collaboration. These may include funding calls, travel support, workshops, networking events, community initiatives and international partnerships.
Details of all current opportunities will be listed when announced on this page. Information on previously funded activities and their outcomes can be found in the Impacts and Outcomes section.
Current Opportunities
Posted 24 July 2026
Call for applications: UK-Arctic Partnerships for Security, Resilience and Innovation 2026-2027
An opportunity for researchers based in the United Kingdom to apply for funding to support practical research and prototype and technology development that explores security, societal resilience against emerging societal threats and applications of Arctic technologies and data that serve both civilian and security needs, in collaboration with appropriate partners across Arctic and non-Arctic states.
Deadline: 1600 UK time, Friday 18 September 2026
Posted 17 July 2026
Call for applications: Travel Support to attend the Arctic Circle Assembly 2026, Reykjavik, Iceland
An opportunity for UK-based early to mid-career researchers to apply for travel support to attend the Arctic Circle Assembly (ACA), 8–10 October 2026, Reykjavik, Iceland.
Deadline: 1600 UK time, Friday 28 August 2026
Call for applications: Supporting Impactful UK Arctic Science Engagement 2026-2027 – Arctic Office
An opportunity for researchers based in the United Kingdom to apply for funding to support practical research and engagement that aligns with the work of the Arctic Council’s Working Groups; the priorities and initiatives of The Kingdom of Denmark’s Chairship 2025 – 2027; and wider Arctic science priorities.
Deadline: 1600 UK time, Friday 11 September 2026
