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Advanced-Level Education (Utbildning på avancerad nivå)

Avans (Mini and Maxi)

Offers development of advanced masters programmes at Swedish universities to strengthen future knowledge-based workforce pathways.

Avans is KK-stiftelsen's program for developing new master's-level education at Sweden's newer universities — those established after 1977 within the foundation's 22-institution target group. The program funds the design and launch of advanced-level (master's) programs developed in direct partnership with external organizations, ensuring that new graduate curricula are shaped by real-world employe…

Funds the development of new master's-level education programs at Swedish newer universities in partnership with external organizations, across any applied discipline where higher vocational training meets industry need.

CycleiHow often this grant runs - e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.16 Nov 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.-
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–36 months
Award typeiThe form of funding - grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.-

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