Efteruddannelsespulje
Forecasted
Efteruddannelsespulje supports teachers in Denmark with short professional development courses and time to apply their learning, strengthening teaching and young people’s scientific literacy.
Funder: Novo Nordisk Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Published pool: up to DKK 30 million for 2027/28 courses; course fees plus paid course and development days
Summary: Supports teachers in Denmark with short professional development courses and time to improve science, technology, mathematics and sustainability teaching.
Key Information: Teachers must apply individually with prior leader approval; schools must advance costs before reimbursement.
Description
The Novo Nordisk Foundation’s Efteruddannelsespulje supports teachers’ continuing subject-specific and pedagogical development through individually tailored, practice-oriented training on short formal or informal courses. Its goal is to promote scientific literacy and strengthen children’s and young people’s interest, knowledge and skills in science, technology and sustainability in Denmark.
The programme combines participation in a listed course with dedicated development time at the teacher’s own school. Teachers can use this time to develop and prepare lessons, exchange knowledge and collaborate with colleagues. Alongside professional learning, the programme aims to create space for reflection, professional engagement and enjoyment in teaching. Courses are offered by invited providers, including universities, university colleges, gymnasium subject associations and selected Foundation grant recipients.
