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External funding

External funding

External funding sources contribute to increasing the activity and quality of research and innovation at OsloMet. The main sources of external research funding are the Research Council of Norway and the EU's research program, Horizon Europe.
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Forskningsrådet tilbyr en strukturert kursrekke for søkere til Horisont Europa. Kursene er organisert etter tema, prosjektrolle og erfaringsnivå.

OsloMet offers a wide range of activities and courses aimed at strengthening our research advisors' ability to compete for external funding. The offerings cover the entire process, from mobilizing and positioning academic environments to supporting proposal development and project implementation. An overview of the various external funding sources for research, innovation, and more.

  • The BOA Network – For Research Advisors

    The BOA Network is OsloMet’s internal forum for research advisors. Here, we share experiences and reflect on support for external funding. The network organizes two annual gatherings:

    • Autumn Gathering: A full-day event with lectures and group work

    • Spring Gathering: A half-day meeting focused on professional developement

  • Internal competence development

    We offer a structured training program for research advisors. The training program provides a foundation for a shared understanding of the role of a research advisor at OsloMet. The course is divided into two levels: Basic Competence and Specialization:

    Basic Competence Modules 1.1–1.6: Provides a shared understanding and fundamental knowledge. Each module lasts approximately 2 hours, and the entire competence track is completed within one year. The program starts in the fall of 2025 and is conducted annually.

    1.1 Research Advisor at OsloMet – Competence and Skills

    • The research landscape in Norway

    • Guidance competence and collaboration

    • Role understanding

    1.2 Proposal Development Part 1

    • Finding and understanding calls for proposals

    • One-page proposal/elevator pitch

    • Proposal review and feedback

    1.3 Proposal Development Part 2

    • Different funders and project types

    • Risk management, gender and diversity perspectives, ethics, sustainability

    • Impact and societal benefits

    1.4 Budgeting in Project Development

    • Requirements for budgeting and the connection between the budget and the project proposal

    1.5 Project Management

    • Project management from A to Z

    • Basics of contracts

    • Research ethics

    • Reporting, financial follow-up, recruitment, and buyouts

    • Documentation in research projects (requirements)

    Specialization Courses (Modules 2.1–2.4)

    Provide in-depth knowledge and further skill development. To participate, you must have completed the basic modules or have equivalent experience.

    • 2.1 EU: Identifying Calls for Proposals

    • 2.2 EU: Proposal Development

    • 2.3 EU: Implementation

    • 2.4 AI in Proposal Development and Administrative Work

    1.1 Research Advisor at OsloMet – Competence and Attributes

    • The research landscape in Norway

    • Guidance competence and collaboration

    • Role understanding

    1.2 Proposal Development Part 1

    • Finding and understanding calls for proposals

    • One-page proposal/elevator pitch

    • Proposal review and feedback

    1.3 Proposal Development Part 2

    • Various funders and project types

    • Risk management, gender and diversity perspectives, ethics, sustainability

    • Impact and societal benefits

    1.4 Budgeting in Project Development

    • Requirements for budgeting and the connection between the budget and the project proposal

    1.5 Project Management

    • Project management A–Z

    • Basics of contracts

    • Research ethics

    • Reporting, financial follow-up, recruitment, and buyouts

    • Documentation in research projects (requirements)

    Specialization Courses (Modules 2.1–2.4):

    Provide deeper knowledge and further skill development. To participate, you must have completed the basic modules or have equivalent experience.

    • 2.1 EU: Identifying Calls for Proposals

    • 2.2 EU: Proposal Development

    • 2.3 EU: Implementation

    • 2.4 AI in Proposal Development and Administrative Work

  • External Resources

    Through partners such as the Research Council of Norway, the Oslo Region European Office (ORE), NARMA, and EARMA, OsloMet employees have access to a variety of relevant courses and networks.