Deadline: 11 August 2017
The British Council Vietnam is seeking proposals from UK and Vietnam higher education institutions and organisations to develop Education, Research and Innovation links between the UK and Vietnam and to expand the Vietnam UK higher education network.
The Higher Education Partnership (HEP) fund is an initiative of the British Council Vietnam to enable education, research and innovation links between the UK and Vietnam. 26 projects have been funded since 2013.
The ultimate aim of the HEP is to capitalise on the UK world-class teaching, learning, innovation and research capabilities to contribute to the enhancement of education, research and innovation in higher education in Vietnam.
This year, HEP is to provide seed funding to enable new UK Vietnam partnerships or advance the existing projects that create impact and sustainability in key areas of priorities.
Area of Priority
Key area of priority in 2017–2018 is promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and start-up culture at higher education institutions in Vietnam.
Funding Information
- The fund available under this Call is worth GBP90, 000.
- Applicants may bid for a range of GBP 15,000 – GBP 30,000 from this fund.
- Project duration: 9–12 months
Eligibility Criteria
- Higher education institutions and research institutes in Vietnam and the UK are eligible to apply for this fund.
- Lead applicants can be either from UK or Vietnam.
- The involvement of government and/or businesses/industries from either country in the proposed project and consortium application involving more than two partners will be an added value for the proposal.
How to Apply
Applicants can download the concept note application form via given website.
Eligible Countries: United Kingdom and Vietnam
For more information, please visit British Council Vietnam.
