Boost Your Chances of Securing EU Funding

The European Union offers some of the world’s most attractive funding opportunities for research, innovation, and technological development. Yet, competition is fierce, and success requires more than a great idea. It demands a strong proposal, strategic positioning, and the right international partnerships.

To help companies, researchers, public organizations, and innovation actors strengthen their competitiveness in European funding programmes, Region Skåne is offering two free training opportunities this autumn: the EIC Boot Camp and the Horizon Europe Master Class. These programmes are designed to equip participants with the knowledge, tools, and practical skills needed to navigate Europe’s most competitive funding schemes and transform innovative ideas into successful projects.

EIC Boot Camp: Turning Breakthrough Innovation into Growth

Taking place on 09 October 2026, the EIC Boot Camp is an intensive one-day training programme focused on funding opportunities within the European Innovation Council (EIC). The course is particularly relevant for startups, SMEs, deep-tech innovators, and organizations supporting innovation ecosystems.

Participants will gain insight into key EIC instruments, including EIC Accelerator and EIC Transition, which support the journey from technology development to market deployment. Through hands-on exercises, business case development, pitch training, and funding strategy workshops, attendees will learn how to communicate market potential, demonstrate societal impact, and build strong applications that stand out in a highly competitive European landscape. The programme also includes guidance on how AI can support proposal development.

Horizon Europe Master Class: Mastering Collaborative EU Projects

On 16 October 2026, Region Skåne will host the Horizon Europe Master Class, aimed at researchers, companies, public sector organizations, clusters, and innovation support actors interested in Horizon Europe Pillar II funding opportunities.

Pillar II supports large-scale European collaborative projects addressing critical challenges such as climate change, health, digitalization, and sustainable industrial development. Participants will learn how Horizon Europe works, how to identify relevant calls, and what evaluators look for in high-quality proposals. Practical exercises and real-world case studies will provide valuable experience in developing competitive applications and building successful international partnerships. The course also explores strategic uses of AI throughout the proposal process.

Why Participate?

Both training programmes combine expert guidance with practical exercises, real examples, and peer learning opportunities. Participants can expect to leave with:

A stronger understanding of European funding mechanisms.
Practical tools for preparing competitive applications.
Insights into proposal strategy and project development.
Opportunities to expand their European network.
Better readiness to participate in international research and innovation projects.

An Opportunity for the Swedish Semiconductor Ecosystem

For companies, researchers, and organizations within the Swedish semiconductor and deep-tech community, these programmes offer a valuable gateway to European funding opportunities. Whether your goal is to commercialize a breakthrough technology, join an international R&D consortium, or accelerate innovation through strategic partnerships, the EIC Boot Camp and Horizon Europe Master Class provide the knowledge and practical skills needed to increase your chances of success.

Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your EU funding strategy and position your organization for future growth in Europe’s innovation ecosystem. Learn more at: https://utveckling.skane.se/kalender/regional-utveckling/2026/horisont-europa-masterclasses/