Research Grants

Bring your research ambitions to life with funding opportunities for researchers. Contribute to the future of the sector, while growing your project’s visibility and impact.

Research with real-world impact 

The future of international education depends on a strong foundation of innovation. Through its Research Agenda, the EAIE invests in generating and sharing insights that expand the sector's knowledge base and ensure they are accessible and applicable to international education professionals.  

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Reflect the realities on the ground 

Link your research with the realities of policy and practice in the field of international education. 

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Make an impact with your findings 

By pushing the frontiers of understanding, generate new ideas that can inspire change

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Put your research in front of the right eyes 

Boost your project’s visibility through our global audience of relevant stakeholders. 

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Contribute invaluable data 

Enable data development to champion and celebrate key conversations taking place in the sector. 

Choose your grant 

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Doctoral Research Grants

For doctoral students undertaking research on internationalisation. Applications for this year are closed and will open in early 2027.

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Headline Issues Research Grant

For experienced researchers exploring key issues. Applications are open now until 30 November 2026.

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Bridge the gap between research and practice

Since launching its first research grants in 2025, the EAIE has committed more than €22,000 annually to supporting research projects on timely topics and fostering collaboration across the sector. Alongside its broader portfolio, this investment helps surface new perspectives and contribute to evidence-informed discussions at all levels. 

From doctoral candidates to established experts, the EAIE empowers today's researchers to spark new ideas and drive lasting impact across the sector. Together, we can turn research into insight, and insight into impact.  

New funding opportunity for established researchers

The new Headline Issues Research Grant is now open, providing €25,000 to €50,000 in funding to experienced researchers working on transnational education, artificial intelligence and sensitive partnerships.

Apply by 30 November

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