# Project grant for international research collaboration within Resilient Cultural Heritage (RCH)

**Funder:** Swedish Research Council
**Deadline:** 18 January 2027 (Call opens 10 November 2026)
**Consortium:** Required — international research collaboration partners as specified by the RCH joint call
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** SE
**Official call:** https://www.vr.se/english/applying-for-funding/calls/2026-10-15-project-grant-for-international-research-collaboration-within-resilient-cultural-heritage-rch.html
**Last updated:** 25 Oct 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Project grant for Swedish researchers participating in international collaborative research on Resilient Cultural Heritage.

## Summary

This Swedish Research Council project grant funds Swedish researchers taking part in international collaborative research on Resilient Cultural Heritage (RCH). The call requires a consortium of international partners as specified by the RCH joint call and runs annually, opening in November ahead of a January deadline.

## Who should apply

- Researchers based at Swedish institutions
- Applicants participating in an international research consortium under the RCH joint call
- Research focused on cultural heritage resilience
- Teams with partners already identified per RCH joint call requirements

## Key dates

- Call opens 10 November 2026
- Deadline 18 January 2027
- Annual call frequency

## Tips for applicants

- Confirm your international partners meet the specific RCH joint call consortium requirements before drafting the proposal, since eligibility is tied to that call's rules.
- Since the call opens only about ten weeks before the deadline, start coordinating with international partners well in advance of the November opening.
- Check the RCH joint call documentation directly for partner country and consortium composition rules, as these are set by the joint call rather than the Swedish Research Council alone.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who can apply for this Swedish Research Council RCH grant?

Researchers based in Sweden who are participating in an international collaborative research project on Resilient Cultural Heritage, as part of a required consortium specified by the RCH joint call.

### When is the deadline for the RCH project grant?

The deadline is 18 January 2027, with the call opening on 10 November 2026.

### Is this call recurring?

Yes, the Swedish Research Council runs this call annually.

### Do I need international partners to apply?

Yes, a consortium with international research collaboration partners as specified by the RCH joint call is required.

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