The International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA), in collaboration with the European Commission (DG EAC), has officially launched the Research & Policy Grant for Early Career Researchers. This inaugural call marks the beginning of a recurring grant scheme designed to bridge the gap between educational research and policy at the European level.
The program supports high-quality secondary analyses using IEA’s international large-scale assessment data, such as TIMSS, PIRLS, ICCS, and ICILS.
Grant Highlights
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Funding: €20,000 per project.
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Duration: 12-month research period.
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Support: Access to IEA training opportunities and dedicated expert support.
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Focus Areas: Key policy themes including foundational skills, equity and inclusion, digital well-being, and democratic values.
Eligibility & Application
This grant is specifically targeted at early career researchers looking to strengthen their research capacity and contribute to policy-relevant educational studies.
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Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
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Detailed Information & Application: Click here