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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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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.kks.se