The British School at Athens (BSA), established in 1886, is a UK-registered charity and one of the seven prestigious British International Research Institutes funded by the British Academy. It is dedicated to promoting research of the highest quality in all areas related to Greek lands and covers various disciplines ranging from fine art to archaeometry, spanning all periods from ancient times to the present day. The BSA achieves its mission through an extensive range of services and programs.

These include a dynamic academic calendar featuring seminars, lectures, and conferences, as well as collaborative research projects with institutions in the UK and overseas. Their internationally renowned library and the specialized Fitch Laboratory conduct science-based archaeological research across the Mediterranean. Additionally, the BSA provides invaluable support to individual researchers, offering assistance with study and fieldwork permits, research program development, and access to accommodation and facilities in Athens and Knossos.

They also offer online services, publish prestigious journals and monograph series, and facilitate the utilization of their archival, laboratory, and museum collections globally. Funding opportunities such as studentships, visiting fellowships, internships, and training courses are also available for researchers, students, and schoolteachers. For a better understanding of the BSA's vibrant community, inspiring research, and engaging activities, you can explore their engaging videos showcasing the Fitch Laboratory, the Library, the Archive, and the Knossos Research Centre.

As a registered charity (no. 208673), the BSA greatly relies on generous donations and ongoing support from individuals and organizations to continue their vital work in advancing knowledge and understanding of Greece