FWF
PEEK – Programme for Arts-Based Research
Rolling submissions; decisions generally at May and November/December Scientific Board meetings
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FWF PEEK funds arts-based research projects at Austrian institutions, supporting both personnel and project-specific non-personnel costs. Applicants must hold arts-based research qualifications and be based at an institution with appropriate research infrastructure. The call is open continuously with rolling submissions and decisions at regular Scientific Board meetings.
Details
| Funder | FWF |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage — rolling submission via elane portal; international review by PEEK Jury; decision by Scientific Board |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Eligible countries | AT |
Eligibility & scope
Funds arts-based research projects (PEEK) at Austrian research institutions with the necessary infrastructure. Applicant must have arts-based research qualifications to lead the project. Project-specific personnel and non-personnel costs can be requested; number of reviews depends on funding amount.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers with arts-based research qualifications leading projects
- •Applicants based at Austrian research institutions with dedicated arts infrastructure
- •Projects spanning artistic practice, theory, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Key Dates
- •Rolling submissions via elane portal; decisions at May and November/December Scientific Board meetings
- •Single-stage application and international peer review
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Arts-based research qualifications of the lead applicant are a gating criterion; document these clearly in your CV and research statement.
- ✓Budget justification must map personnel and non-personnel costs explicitly to research activities; vague cost categories trigger reviewer questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FWF PEEK and who can apply?
FWF PEEK funds arts-based research projects at Austrian institutions. Applicants must hold arts-based research qualifications and be affiliated with an institution with appropriate research infrastructure.
When are the application deadlines for FWF PEEK?
PEEK operates on rolling submissions with decisions generally made at May and November/December Scientific Board meetings.
What costs can I request in a FWF PEEK application?
You can request project-specific personnel costs and non-personnel costs; the number of peer reviews depends on the total funding amount.
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