The aims of the project funds are:
• To contribute to the establishment and development of institutional partnerships through academic collaboration between higher education institutions in Norway and North America
• To contribute to increased mobility of students and staff between Norway and North America.

Who may apply?
The application must be submitted by an accredited Norwegian higher education institution. Public and private institutions may apply. Eligible partner countries are the US and Canada. Projects may apply for funding up to NOK 150,000. 30 per cent of the funds available through the call will be conditionally earmarked for collaboration with Canadian partners.

Application deadline: September 26th 2012.

Internal contact for applicants and for additional information:

Christine Peachey, Manager International Projects

e-mail: christine_peachey@carleton.ca

Phone: 613-520-2600 ext 8358

Gabriela Moreno, International Projects Coordinator

e-mail: gabriela_moreno@carleton.ca

Phone: 613-520-2600 ext 2200

For more information visit the Norwegian Centre for International Cooperation in Education (SIU) webpage.