Research Network Funding - University Association for Contemporary European Studies
Forecasted
Research Network Funding supports UACES members and the wider European Studies community through thematic research networks that generate knowledge, foster inclusive collaboration and develop future leaders.
Funder: University Association for Contemporary European Studies
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Expense reimbursement for a two-year term, with one possible renewal (four years maximum)
Summary: Supports thematic European Studies research networks that generate knowledge, foster inclusive collaboration, and develop future research leaders.
Key Information: All convenors must be current UACES members, with at least two convenors and at least one UK-based.
Description
The University Association for Contemporary European Studies (UACES) supports thematic Research Networks serving its members and the broader European Studies community. Relaunched from 2026, the programme is designed to strengthen strategic impact and long-term sustainability. Convening Teams act as custodians on behalf of UACES, developing networks around themes with strong relevance to members and clear potential to advance European Studies.
Networks work through two-year plans combining knowledge generation and dissemination, professional development and capacity building, and inclusive, collaborative scholarship. Activities include workshops, seminars or mini conferences and regular contributions to Ideas on Europe. The programme emphasises participation across perspectives, methodologies, experience levels and backgrounds, alongside mentoring Early Career Researchers into future leadership roles. Proposed networks should complement existing UACES networks rather than duplicate their work.
