Borgs By & Öland Cultural Heritage Archaeological Field Grant

Supports field archaeologists and medieval historians investigating the historic Iron Age ringforts, medieval fortifications, and agricultural landscapes of Öland.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master's or doctoral student in archaeology or historical geography
English language proficiency: Swedish or English working proficiency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Excavation or material analysis project plan
Recommendation letters: Archaeological supervisor recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: SEK 120,000 archaeological excavation and fieldwork subsidy
Application fee: Free application
Tuition / joining costs: Field station residency at Borgs by estate on Öland

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Kungl Vitterhetsakademien (Royal Academy of Letters, History and Antiquities) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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