Specialised education programmes or modules in key capacity areas

Last updated: 21.7.2025
Grant

This EU funding program, 'Specialised education programmes or modules in key capacity areas' (DIGITAL-2022-SKILLS-03-SPECIALISED-EDU), aims to significantly expand and enhance higher education offerings in critical digital fields across Europe. It fosters dynamic digital ecosystems by supporting collaborations between universities, research centers, and businesses to train, attract, and retain top digital talent, including efforts to close the gender gap in ICT. The program's call for proposals is now closed.

Who is Funded

This section provides details on who is eligible to apply for the 'Specialised education programmes or modules in key capacity areas' program, its geographical scope, and its strategic objectives. The program targets a diverse range of educational and research institutions, businesses, and public sector entities across Europe, aiming to address the shortage of digital specialists and enhance digital skills.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding under the 'Specialised education programmes or modules in key capacity areas' program. It specifies the thematic areas, outlines eligible and excluded costs, and clarifies the developmental stages of projects supported. The focus is on creating and enhancing higher education programs that address critical digital skill shortages and foster interdisciplinary approaches.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions for applicants and beneficiaries involved in the 'Specialised education programmes or modules in key capacity areas' program. It covers application terms, collaboration requirements, financial stipulations, and other key provisions to ensure compliance and effective project implementation.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the process for applying to the 'Specialised education programmes or modules in key capacity areas' program, including submission guidelines and how applications are evaluated. The application period for this call is now closed.

This section outlines the fundamental legal and official documents that govern the 'Specialised education programmes or modules in key capacity areas' funding program, establishing its authority and operational framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

50% funding rate

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

56.000.000,00 €

Open Until

Open Until:

Closed

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

European Union (27 Member States), Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Ukraine. Other countries can participate but cannot receive funding.

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Agriculture and Agribusiness, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Students, ICT specialists, professionals, digital experts, academic institutions, businesses, research centres

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Planning, Implementation, Capacity Building, Product Development, Service Delivery, Infrastructure

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

National Coalitions for Digital Skills & Jobs, local government units, associations representing SMEs

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