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Horizon 2020

If you are considering applying for EU funds, you can read about programmes, funding schemes and opportunities here. Horizon 2020 is divided into three pillars: Excellent Science, Industrial Leadership and Societal Challenges, each of which comprises a number of different sub-programmes and funding schemes.

All fields of research may participate in the three pillars.

Horizon 2020 focuses on interdisciplinary and solution-oriented collaboration, and the consortia are made up of researchers from several different academic fields (humanities, health, natural sciences and social sciences).

If you need further information and help to get started, you are welcome to contact us.

Key facts

  • Horizon 2020 is the EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation for the period 2014-2020 with a budget of almost EUR 80 billion.
  • Horizon 2020 aims to secure Europe’s global competitiveness by providing funding for basic research and mobility, strengthened links between research and innovation and increased collaboration between research institutions and private businesses.

Tips and tricks

  • Familiarise yourself with the ‘Participant Portal’. The portal provides an overview of calls and this is where you upload your proposal.
  • Start writing your proposal well in advance of the deadline and contact the Research Support Office as early as possible for advice and guidance. Read more here.
  • Find inspiration for cooperation partners, budgets etc. in the CORDIS project database.
  • Stay informed about early drafts for future work programmes.
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Revised 19.03.2020