Overview

This opportunity offers funding of up to £10,000 for research collaborations between the UK and France, Germany, or Spain aimed at strengthening international research partnerships.

Eligibility

Applications are open to research teams from:

Higher education institutions
Not-for-profit research institutions

Each proposal must include one UK lead institution and one lead institution from either France, Germany, or Spain.

Benefits

Applicants will receive funding that supports collaborative activities such as team meetings, online communication skills training, and potential one-week research placements for participating doctoral students.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the British Council’s online grant platform. Institutions need to register first and then complete the application titled "Going Global Partnerships – Multi Country – Springboard 2026".