Call for Applications: Life-Long Education Program (Qatar)

Deadline: 18-Feb-2026

The Life-Long Education Call by QRDI and Education Above All (EAA) provides up to QAR 150,000 for research projects that enhance education quality and sustainability in Qatar. The initiative emphasizes green curriculum integration, evidence-based frameworks, and practical solutions aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Projects must be implemented entirely within Qatar over six months and undergo expert review for scientific excellence and impact.

Overview

The Life-Long Education Call supports research that strengthens Qatar’s education system by promoting:

• Integration of green and sustainability education

• Data-driven, practical solutions for improved educational quality

• Alignment with national and international sustainability goals

• Capacity-building for educators and school leaders

Funding Details

• Maximum grant per project: QAR 150,000

• Project duration: Up to six months

• Budget use: Must occur entirely within Qatar

• Ineligible costs: Travel and indirect expenses

• Encouraged: Co-funding and cost-sharing contributions

Key Research Focus

The 2026 cycle emphasizes Implementation pathways for green education curriculum integration, including:

• Curriculum mapping and adaptation of international best practices to the local context

• Teacher and leadership training models for sustainability education

• Use of digital tools and technologies in learning

• Stakeholder engagement beyond the classroom

• Pilot implementation in selected institutions

• Alignment of monitoring systems with national sustainability strategies and international standards

Eligibility

• Lead Principal Investigator (LPI) must:

  • Be affiliated with an approved submitting institution in Qatar

  • Hold a recognized terminal degree

• Submitting institutions must have QRDI-approved Research Offices

• Only proposals vetted by the Research Office of the submitting institution are eligible

How to Apply

1. Develop a research proposal addressing the green curriculum integration theme

2. Validate the proposal through the submitting institution’s Research Office

3. Submit the proposal via the official online system using the required template

4. Ensure all project activities and budget remain inside Qatar

5. Await screening and external expert panel evaluation

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be assessed based on:

• Scientific excellence: originality, relevance, and research quality

• Implementation: feasibility, clarity of methods, and projected outcomes

• Resources: adequacy of team, infrastructure, and financial planning

• Valorisation potential: likelihood of practical application, adoption, or scaling

• Research compliance: adherence to ethical, legal, and institutional guidelines

Funding Disbursement

• Two installments:

  1. Initial advance upon signing the grant agreement

  2. Remaining balance upon submission and approval of final reports

Why This Programme Matters

The initiative supports Qatar’s transition toward a sustainable education system by providing researchers with the tools and funding to:

• Embed sustainability and climate education across curricula

• Develop actionable, evidence-based teaching frameworks

• Prepare educators and leaders to champion green education

• Contribute to Qatar National Vision 2030 and global sustainability targets

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who can submit proposals? Lead Principal Investigators affiliated with QRDI-approved institutions in Qatar.
What is the focus of this cycle? Green education curriculum integration aligned with sustainability goals.
Can projects include international collaboration? Collaborative institutions may participate, but all activities and funding must occur in Qatar.
What are the ineligible costs? Travel and indirect expenses cannot be funded.
How is funding disbursed? In two installments: advance upon signing, and final reimbursement after report approval.
How long is the project duration? Up to six months.
What evaluation criteria are used? Scientific excellence, implementation, resources, valorisation, and research compliance.

Conclusion

The Life-Long Education Call empowers researchers to create sustainable, innovative, and impactful educational solutions in Qatar. By integrating green curricula and evidence-based approaches, it advances national and international sustainability objectives while enhancing Qatar’s education system.

For more information, visit QRDI.