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The University of Potsdam funds and supports cooperation with international partners.
for cooperation funding "KoUP" for the priority countries and regions of the University of Potsdam
The KoUP funding line will continue support in 2021 for our cooperative relationships with our partners. The call for proposals was adapted to the pandemic conditions by highlighting digital formats as explicitly worthy of support. This year the following countries and partnerships are in focus: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, France, Israel, Poland, Russia, USA and the Sub-Saharan Africa region; the partners in the European Digital UniverCity (Universities of Paris Nanterre and Rennes I in France, University of Cagliari in Italy, Masaryk University in Brno/Czech Republic and University of Pécs in Hungary; as well as the Hunan Normal University in China.
KoUP support will be awarded to support the further development of cooperative relationships with the University’s partners. It is also possible to submit applications to establish cooperative agreements with other universities in the priority countries (see the selection criteria). The aim is to use the funding to prepare a joint application for third-party funding with a partner institution. For more information, please see the call for proposals.
The application consists of (i) the attached form (excel); (ii) a maximum one-page description of the joint project or the aim of the visit, including an explanation of how the project fits in with the University’s strategic development; and (iii) a preliminary budget, including own funds if applicable. When applying for travel costs, you must identify the universities and faculties to be visited.
Deadline: January 15, 2021
If you have any questions, please contact the Executive Assistant to the Vice President for International Affairs and Fundraising, Ms. Marita Böhning (-4190)
Call for Proposals ( pdf 2021)
With the “Teaching & Training” Cooperation Funding to complement the KoUP program, the university management creates opportunities to fund teaching and further training at partner universities outside the EU and to intensify partnership work. Technical and administrative personnel are thus invited to actively contribute to helping our partnerships thrive.
“Teaching & Training” Cooperation Funding at a Glance
This funding opportunity with different focus areas that change every year offers support for the realization of activities with Potsdam’s partner universities. The financial resources are made up of the university budget and third-party funding, which are partly subject to funding regulations.
“Teaching & Training” funding is awarded to promote the further development of cooperation with partners of the university. Please refer to the call for proposals for more information.
A committee headed by the Vice President in charge will decide on the approval of applications.
Die deadline for 2021 has passed. The next deadline for proposals will be: January 15, 2022.
Please note: Proposals for cooperation with HSE Moscow may be submitted at any time. It is also possible to invite guests from HSE Moscow to the University of Potsdam.
If you have any questions, please contact the Director of International Office, Ms. Dr. Regina Neum-Flux (+49 331 977-1533; regina.neum@uni-potsdam.de).
Co-funding for planned DAAD guest lecturerships (Modell I. A), if guest lecturer teaches (elective) courses in English within the strategic framework of "Global Topics" in one or several UP Bachelor programs (central university administration will cover 10%. of salary for senior scientist up to W3 salary; additional travel money for applying UP scientist).
internal deadline: November 1, 2021 (for DAAD deadline January 17, 2022)
Various deadlines: 19 November 2021 to 14 October 2022
Various regions
Dr. Regina Neum-Flux, Head of the International Office
Current calls for DAAD programs and running DAAD programs of funding.
overview of the national research and innovation systems and the variety of international cooperations in research, knowledge and innovation.
The German-French-University supports careers, courses of lectures, PhD programs between Germany and France.
The University of Potsdam is a main supporter of the Deutschen Wissenschafts- und Innovationshaus (DWIH) São Paulo. Members of the University of Potsdam are eligible to participate in the DWIH’s calls for proposals for the financial support of projects such as scientific events, science based innovation projects as well as initiatives at the intersection of science, economy, and culture in Brazil for up to €5000.
The current deadline for proposals (projects for 2022) is October 1, 2021.
Please don't send applications directly to the DWIH, but hand in to International Office (silke.brodersen@uni-potsdam.de).
DWIH Call 2021 and application form [DE]
Template DWIH calculation of costs [DE]
Criteria for DWIH project proposals [DE]
Contact: Dr. Silke Brodersen, International Office, Tel.: 0331-977124436
Das Auswärtige Amt und das Ministerium für Auswärtige Angelegenheiten der Russischen Föderation haben sich auf bilaterale Themenjahre geeinigt, um Austausch, Verständigung und gegenseitiges Vertrauen durch Intensivierung der Zusammenarbeit in thematischen Bereichen zu vertiefen.
Beide Seiten haben sich auf die Durchführung eines Deutsch-Russischen Themenjahres der Hochschulkooperation und Wissenschaft 2018-2020 verständigt.
Call for Philipp Schwartz Grants, 10th Round
The 'Philipp Schwartz Initiative' of the 'Alexander von Humboldt Foundation' supports the admission of threatened researchers at universities and research institutions, by providing scientists at risk with a two-year fellowship, as well as a lump sum for the receiving institution. Applications can be filed, not only for scholarship funds but for work contracts too.
The University of Potsdam has, as in previous rounds, successfully participated in the initiative and can once more nominate candidates.
Internal nomination deadline: 25 August 2021
Contact for Questions and Nominations
The nomination and selection of the candidates takes place at the University of Potsdam.
Please address your questions or proposals for nomination to:
Claudia Rößling, Welcome Center Potsdam, claudia.roesslinguni-potsdamde, Tel: 0331-977-1382
Here we offer you a selection of support programs that finance summer schools, whether explicitly or as a possible element among others. The list is being supplemented. We would like to invite you to inform us about additional funding institutions.
The Division of Planning, Statistics, Research and Organization also provides information about other programs related to planning, statistics and research affairs.
The International Summer Campus Office (ISCO) offers advice and support with regard to the implementation of summer schools. The main contact for scientists interested in organizing a summer school is Dr. Volodymyr Kokhan (kokhan@uni-potsdam.de).
for cooperation funding "KoUP" for the priority countries and regions of the University of Potsdam
The KoUP funding line will continue support in 2021 for our cooperative relationships with our partners. The call for proposals was adapted to the pandemic conditions by highlighting digital formats as explicitly worthy of support. This year the following countries and partnerships are in focus: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, France, Israel, Poland, Russia, USA and the Sub-Saharan Africa region; the partners in the European Digital UniverCity (Universities of Paris Nanterre and Rennes I in France, University of Cagliari in Italy, Masaryk University in Brno/Czech Republic and University of Pécs in Hungary; as well as the Hunan Normal University in China.
KoUP support will be awarded to support the further development of cooperative relationships with the University’s partners. It is also possible to submit applications to establish cooperative agreements with other universities in the priority countries (see the selection criteria). The aim is to use the funding to prepare a joint application for third-party funding with a partner institution. For more information, please see the call for proposals.
The application consists of (i) the attached form (excel); (ii) a maximum one-page description of the joint project or the aim of the visit, including an explanation of how the project fits in with the University’s strategic development; and (iii) a preliminary budget, including own funds if applicable. When applying for travel costs, you must identify the universities and faculties to be visited.
Deadline: January 15, 2021
If you have questions, please contact Marita Böhning, the Executive Assistant to the Vice President for International Affairs and Fundraising.
If you have any questions, please contact the Executive Assistant to the Vice President for International Affairs and Fundraising, Ms. Marita Böhning (-4190)
Funding is provided for subject-related training events (duration 3-10 days) in Germany or abroad for alumni from industrialized countries (AA) and developing countries (BMZ) as well as other measures taken by universities to improve contact with international alumni. Funding is provided for international students who have completed their studies as students, graduates, scientists or lecturers at a German university or who have studied, researched or worked at a German university for at least three months and who are now generally working abroad again.
The program is aimed at German universities planning high-quality summer schools in Germany for international students and doctoral candidates. The aims of the program are: attracting qualified international students and doctoral candidates; further professional training in current research areas as well as professional and cultural exchange between international and German participants; insight into German teaching and research institutions; positioning of German universities on the international education market.
This program is directed at German institutions of higher education that plan and implement high-quality summer schools abroad for international students and doctoral candidates. Objectives are: attracting qualified international students and doctoral candidates; further professional training in current research areas as well as professional and cultural exchange between international and German participants; insight into German teaching and research practices; positioning of German universities on the international education market.
The Franco-German University (DFH) promotes Franco-German events for doctoral and postdoctoral students within the framework of scientific networks and the Franco-German dialogue. In justified cases, master’s students or students of comparable levels may also participate in the sponsored events. The call is directed at German and French universities as well as non-university research institutions. The inclusion of a third country is welcomed. The call for proposals is open to all disciplines. The projects can be carried out either as individual events (two days to four weeks) or a structured series of events. In the latter case, individual events are to be held at regular intervals over a period of a maximum of 24 months.
The foundation supports events in all specialist areas aimed at the development of African-German research cooperation and sustainable reinforcement of research in Sub-Saharan Africa. A primary objective is to provide junior researchers in Africa with an opportunity to enhance their skills and academic qualifications and to open up future prospects in their home countries. The funding initiative is open to all disciplines and thematically open. Funding is available for summer schools, symposia, and workshops (up to 50-60 participants) in Africa. Prerequisite for main applicants in Germany is a cooperation partner in Africa. Applications will only be accepted for processing after prior personal consultation.