National researcher schools shall raise the quality and relevance of Norwegian doctoral education through renewal and quality development, professional training of high quality, and national and international professional networks. The goal is for the candidates to receive a coordinated education of good quality that qualifies for research and other work that requires good scientific insight and competence.
Eligibility
Universities with the right to award a doctorate can apply. Partners can be universities and colleges, foreign universities institutes, private companies and organizations, state and/or municipal sector.
Funding
The Grant amount is NOK 16 million for a period of 8 years. Eligible costs include networking, training, curricular development, and management.
The grant does not fund Ph.D. positions or personnel costs for educational personnel at the collaborating institutions.
How to Apply
This is a pre-announcement and the information is so far only available in Norwegian. English text will be available later on.