The initiative is designed to bring together social scientists interested in expanding their international research horizons and building meaningful academic connections across borders.
During three dynamic and interactive workshop days, participants will take part in engaging sessions led by faculty members of the University of Silesia. The programme combines practical training, collaborative exercises, and creative group work aimed at developing ideas for international research cooperation.
Participants will explore strategies for identifying foreign partners, navigating international funding opportunities, and transforming research concepts into collaborative projects. The workshops emphasize teamwork, exchange of perspectives, and hands-on learning in an open and supportive atmosphere.
Find out more about the event: Programme
How to apply:
To apply, you must fill out the application form: https://forms.gle/gGSJfc9HnBeHzub88
Application deadline:
22 June, 2026
Participation fee:
Free of charge
Funding:
The call is open to academic staff members holding at least a doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent). We are able to offer scholarships for up to 10 academic staff members (one per university) to attend our event.
The scholarship will cover accommodation, travel, and subsistence costs.
Confirmed participants selected for the scholarship will receive detailed information regarding the scholarship amount and funding conditions after the selection process.
Please note that balanced institutional representation will also be taken into consideration during the allocation process.
Important Information:
The scholarship funds will be transferred directly to participants, who will be responsible for arranging and covering their own accommodation and travel bookings.
The scholarship will not exceed 5,125 PLN (1,200 EUR). The exact amount awarded will vary depending on the destination country and the corresponding funding rates applicable to each country.
Contacts:
Academic contact: karolina.skop@us.edu.pl ,
Administrative contact: Transform4Europe Office, Rectorate building, Bankowa 12, 3rd floor, room no. 3.6; e-mail: transform4europe@us.edu.pl
The event was financed as part of the project ‘Development of the internationalisation of the University of Silesia in Katowice through the Transform4Europe alliance’, co-financed by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) from European funds of the European Fund for Social Development 2021-2027 (FERS), NAWA project ‘Support for European University Alliances’, project number: BPI/WUE/2024/1/00021.