This grant funds Danish primary and secondary school teachers' continuing education in science, technology, and sustainability to improve teaching quality and student scientific literacy.
Funder: Novo Nordisk Foundation
Due Dates: August 12, 2026 (opening) | October 27, 2026 (deadline, 12:00 Copenhagen time)
Funding Amounts: Up to DKK 30 million total pool; typical individual grants cover course fees plus up to 5 course days and 3 development days per teacher.
Summary: Supports Danish primary and secondary school teachers’ professional development in science, technology, and sustainability through tailored continuing education.
Key Information: Only one application per teacher per year; funding is personal and cannot be transferred to another teacher or institution.
This grant supports the professional and didactic development of teachers in Denmark’s public and private primary schools and gymnasiums (upper secondary schools) who teach science, technology, or mathematics. The aim is to promote scientific literacy and strengthen interest, knowledge, and competencies in science, technology, and sustainability among children and youth. Funding is provided for individually tailored, practice-oriented continuing education through short formal or informal courses, as well as for three development days to apply new skills and foster collaboration at the teacher's own institution. The grant is intended to enhance teaching quality, job satisfaction, and peer-to-peer learning.