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Policy cooperation and innovation (KA1)

Studies and Comparative Research

Description

The objectives of Action “Studies and Comparative research” are:

• to support the “Education and Training 2010” process through studies and comparative research in education and training fields at European level;
• to contribute to evidence-based policy-making by producing state-of-the-art scientific knowledge on specific sectors of education and training;
• to promote the creation of research consortia and cooperation between European research institutes and researchers in the field.

The Action focuses on priority issues which are defined in relation to the needs identified in the “Education and Training 2010” process. These are published in the Call for Proposals of the programme.

Particular attention is paid to dissemination and exploitation of the results of studies and research carried out under this Action.

The activities of the Action include comparative studies and research, research networks and research conferences as well as publication and dissemination of results.
Reference and applications: Call for proposals and LLP Guide 2010
Responsible entity Application to be sent to the Executive Agency
Who can benefit?

Academic and research organisations, policy-makers, universities, education practitioners.
Who can apply? Organisations which can justify appropriate research ability and experience.
Specific eligibility rules: Applications must be submitted by bodies which are legal entities.
Minimum number of Countries:

6

At least one country must be an EU Member State.
Minimum number of Partners: 6
Project duration:

Maximum 3 years

Extension of the eligibility period by up to a maximum of 6 months on request for Multilateral Projects and Networks, Studies and Comparative Research, Accompanying measures is possible only in exceptional cases. Total Grant will not change.
Grant allocation (in €):

Maximum 250.000/year

Maximum Community Grant 75%

More info See the Lifelong Learning Programme Guide - Part IIb – Explanations on the Action
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