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Managing Research
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How to prepare ERC proposal?
Video Modules
1 hour
Public Access
What you'll learn
This compact course unifies four expert-led videos into a single, end-to-end guide for preparing a successful European Research Council (ERC) proposal. You’ll learn how to craft compelling research narratives in Parts B1 and B2, structure Part A correctly, and present your CV and track record to strengthen credibility. An insider walkthrough demystifies how ERC panels are formed, how proposals are reviewed, and what matters at each decision point—so you can target reviewer expectations. You’ll also get practical strategies to prepare and deliver a focused interview, handle challenging Q&A, and avoid common pitfalls. Finally, the ethics module shows how to identify issues early, complete the ethics self-assessment, and meet ERC requirements. By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap, concrete checklists, and actionable tips to raise the quality and competitiveness of your submission.
Who it´s for
The course is designed for researchers who are interested in applying for ERC funding.
Course objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Draft Parts A, B1, and B2 to ERC standards, aligning structure, evidence, and messaging.
- Articulate a clear research vision, methodology, and implementation plan that maximize impact.
- Present a concise CV and track record that substantiate excellence and feasibility.
- Anticipate the ERC evaluation workflow and tailor proposals and interviews to panel expectations.
- Complete the ethics self-assessment and incorporate mitigations that satisfy ERC reviewers.
Completion & certification
Open access course with no certification.