Funding of language project weeks within the country
Funding of language project weeks within the country for middle schools, polytechnic schools, and higher education schools: 50% of the incurred costs, up to a maximum of €365 per class; written application required before the event.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Funding for the organization of language project weeks within Austria at secondary schools, polytechnic schools, and higher education institutions in Upper Austria for the benefit of the students.
Eligible expenses
- Costs for native speakers
Eligible to apply
- Educational Institutions
Funding requirements
- Written application using the form
- Minimum number of participants: ten students
- Participants from multiple classes are counted up to a maximum of 25; funding only for one class
- Language project week lasts at least five calendar days
- Implementation as a school event or school-related event
Documents required for application
- Written application using the form (KGD-Geft/E-17)
Description
The state funding is aimed at New Middle Schools, Polytechnic Schools, and upper secondary schools in Upper Austria to enable school-related language project weeks within the country. With a funding rate of 50%, up to €365 per class is supported for the use of native speakers. In the field of education, training & further education, this grant financing strengthens foreign language skills and intercultural learning processes in practice-oriented settings. As part of the state's education strategy, it promotes pedagogical innovations, enriches the curriculum offering with authentic communication opportunities, and contributes to sustainable language awareness. In view of global networking and international mobility requirements, the program makes a significant contribution to preparing students for academic studies and professional demands. Regional cooperations and didactic innovations are additionally strengthened through the project.
A written application using the form KGD-Geft/E-17 must be submitted before the event begins. Eligible costs include native speakers, fees, and language practice materials. Funding prerequisites are a minimum number of ten participants, a maximum of 25 students for cross-class projects, and a project duration of at least five calendar days as a school event or school-related measure. Since ongoing application opportunities exist, educational institutions can plan flexibly and submit new project ideas throughout the year. The direct grant from the Upper Austrian state government provides planning security and enables a long-term investment in students' language competence. A summary of eligible expenses and the extent of the funding rate is set out in the funding guidelines. The legal basis is formed by the General Funding Guidelines of the State of Upper Austria as well as the specific funding guidelines for language project weeks. Continuous updating of the guidelines ensures transparency and planning security for all applicants.