Two calls which may be of interest to a broad range of academics have come out from the Higher Education Academy (HEA). The University submits a number of bids to the HEA each year with reasonable levels of success.
These calls are usually repeated each year.
Scheme: Workshops and seminars
Overview: Institutions to host and deliver a workshop or seminar and to produce an associated report for. The aims of the series are to disseminate research or evaluation work and share evidence-based policy or practice. Thematic call areas: •STEM •social sciences •arts and humanities •thematic-focused call.
Budget: Grants are worth up to £750.
Deadlines: 31 July 2013
Further Information: http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/seminar-series
Scheme: Departmental scheme grants
Overview: These support single departments in higher education institutions to encourage cooperation between colleagues in the enhancement of learning and teaching. Successful applications will demonstrate team impact across a department. See the website for this year’s key themes.
Budget: Applicants may request up to £30,000 for projects lasting up to 15 months.
Deadlines: 02 August 2013
Further Information: http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/tdg/departmental