Project Academies

The aim of project academies is to enable professors from universities of applied sciences to engage in research projects based on DFG third-party funding at an early stage in their careers.

Purpose

The aim of Project Academies is to enable professors from universities of applied sciences to engage in research projects based on DFG third-party funding at an early stage in their careers.

Eligibility Requirements

For project academy proposals:

  • Researchers at universities of applied sciences, universities and other research institutions in Germany with proven track records and experience in applying for third-party funding

For participation in a project academy

  • Professors at universities of applied sciences first appointed to a professorial post within the last 6 years.

Proposal Requirements

The aim of the project academy must be to enable professors from universities of applied sciences to engage in research projects based on DFG third-party funding at an early stage in their careers. Project academies are thematic to enable scientific dialogue.

Type and Extent of Funding

Proposal Modules

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Funding Duration

Maximum total of 2 years

Forms and Guidelines

No deadline

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