ERC Proposal Writing Training Pillar 1 Starting, Consolidator, Advanced and Synergy Grants
Training in presence:
- 1,5-Day Training (1490€)
- Includes: training presentations, certificates of participation, lunch break, coffee breaks
- Starts first day at 9.00, ends at 17.30; second day at 9.00, ends at 13.00 (11,5 hours of training)
- Takes places in conference rooms (4-star hotels, universities) located in the city centre
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Maximum number of participants: 15
Online training:
- 1-Day Training (890€)
- Includes: training presentations, certificates of participation
- Starts at 9.00, ends at 13.00 (4 hours of training)
- 1 afternoon face to face meetings with our experts to answer the participant's questions (1x20 minutes of individual meetings)
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Maximum number of participants: 12
Schedule
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This training is specifically designed for researchers preparing applications for ERC Starting, Consolidator, Advanced and Synergy Grants.
Experience Level: This course is ideal for researchers with some prior experience in ERC applications who are looking to refine their proposal-writing skills. The training offers an in-depth exploration of the key challenges in ERC proposal writing, with a strong focus on scientific excellence. Through practical insights and expert guidance, participants will gain the necessary tools to develop a strong, competitive application that stands out in the evaluation process.
Expert Trainers:
Our training is delivered by senior experts with extensive experience in ERC grant writing and evaluations. Many of our trainers have served as ERC expert evaluators for the European Commission, providing invaluable insights into the review process and evaluation criteria. In addition to training, they actively assist researchers through proposal writing and review services at EFMC.
More details on our trainers and experts here.
Key Outcomes: This training is structured around the critical aspects of ERC proposal writing, helping applicants understand what evaluators expect and how to craft a compelling, fundable proposal.
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
- Master the key elements of the ERC proposal – focusing on “Scientific Excellence”, including the Extended Synopsis, Curriculum Vitae, Track Record, and Scientific Proposal to effectively highlight the researcher’s qualifications and the project’s breakthrough potential.
- Develop a convincing scientific approach – providing a strong hypothesis, methodology, objectives, and feasibility analysis, while emphasizing the project’s high-risk/high-gain nature to demonstrate its potential for significant scientific advancement.
- Clearly communicate the groundbreaking nature of their research and its potential to advance the field.
- Navigate the ERC evaluation process – understand how proposals are assessed based on scientific excellence, impact, and investigator potential
- Analyze and discuss a successfully funded ERC proposal to gain practical insights into what makes a strong application
Additional Project writing services
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- Can be done at your premises or online
- Dedicated to your organisation and tailored to your needs
- Customised presentations
- Works for all our trainings: Financial Management, Proposal Writing (MSCA DN/PF/SE, ERC, RIA/IA/CSA), Impact Section in Proposal Writing, the Audit, the Participant Portal, Basics of EU funds and introduction to Horizon Europe
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- Our experts maximise your chances of success
- Collect the right inputs from the start and write a draft based on the Commission's expectations
- Get commented reviews of your proposal
- Several different packs to suit your needs (drawing of the Impact section, outsourcing of the admin. coordination, ...)
- For Pillar 2 RIA/IA/CSA, ERC, MSCA, EIC
- More information on our Proposal Writing Support page
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