Open Call for Projects 2025-2026
Norteas members are encouraged to plan projects together. In a consortium of a minimum of three schools from three different countries, Norteas members can apply for funding to Nordplus for three types of activities (see below).
The project application consists of the following:
-Description of project (4 questions, max 4000 characters each)
-Budget sheet (clarifying costs of travel, accommodation, and organisation)
DEADLINE
Project applications should be emailed to the Norteas Coordinator no later than:
15th January 2025
PROCESS
Norteas network will submit all project proposals through the Espresso online application system of Nordplus before 1st Feb. The projects will then be evaluated by higher education experts in Nordplus programmes, who will decide which projects will receive funding. Results are normally ready at the end of April or early May.
PROJECT GOALS
All projects should underpin the goals of the Nordplus programme. The aim of the programme is to enhance collaboration between institutions through exchanges, experience, good practice, and innovative results. The programme also supports collaboration between higher education institutions and other organisations (working life).
Examples of past Norteas projects can be found here.
On Nordplus' website, you can find examples of projects to seek inspiration (check for Higher Education).
Intensive Course (IP)
Intensive Courses may take place during term time or in the summer through short courses, symposiums, master classes, or workshops. Intensive courses must include teachers and students from at least three different countries. The course must give ECTS points and be recognised as part of the student's degree.
The same intensive course may be granted Nordplus funding for three consecutive years, but annual applications must be submitted. It is recommended that the hosting institution be rotated.
JOINT STUDY PROGRAMMES
(JSP)
Nordplus awards grants for the development of a joint study programmes.
Joint study programmes must be full-degree programmes recognised by national authorities and have mobility integrated in the setup. Programmes must be developed jointly, and all courses and study units should be approved by each partner.
The same joint study programme can be granted Nordplus funding for three consecutive years but annual applications must be submitted.
DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS (DP)
Nordplus offers grants for innovative development projects within the field of higher education.
For cross-sector projects, networks are recommended to apply to the Nordplus Horizontal programme.
Development projects can focus on one or more of the following:
-Joint curriculum planning / joint modules
-Collaboration with the labour market
-Quality assurance
-Dissemination and use of results achieved by networks and projects or private sectors as well as non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
-Development of new teaching methods
The same project can be granted Nordplus funding for three consecutive years but annual applications must be submitted.
