Regieorgaan SIA
Raak-Pro
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Raak-Pro funds four-year practice-oriented research projects led by lectors and researchers at Dutch hogescholen, in partnership with a broad consortium of knowledge institutions and professional practitioners. The call emphasises applied research that bridges academic expertise with real-world workplace and professional contexts. Raak-Pro runs annually and requires consortial teams to be named in the application.
Details
| Funder | Regieorgaan SIA |
| Deadline | 17 November 2026 |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Consortium | Required — lectors/researchers with a broad knowledge network of institutions and professional practice |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | NL |
Eligibility & scope
Funds 4-year practice-oriented research by lectors and researchers together with a broad knowledge network of knowledge institutions and professional practice. Dutch hogescholen only.
Who Should Apply
- •Lectors and researchers based at Dutch hogescholen (universities of applied sciences)
- •Teams with demonstrated connections across knowledge institutions and professional practice
- •Applied research projects with explicit workplace or sector relevance
- •Consortia leadership experience or commitment to cross-institutional collaboration
Key Dates
- •Deadline 17 November 2026 at 14:00
- •Four-year project duration
- •Annual funding round
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Consortium breadth matters as much as depth, name partners across multiple institutions and practice settings, not just one adjacent university or company.
- ✓Frame your research question in terms of workplace problem-solving or professional practice challenges; Raak-Pro prioritises applicability over theoretical novelty.
- ✓Clarify the role of each consortium partner in writing, vague 'will collaborate' letters weaken the application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raak-Pro and who should apply?
Raak-Pro funds four-year applied research projects led by lectors and researchers at Dutch hogescholen, working with consortia of knowledge institutions and professional practitioners. It targets practice-oriented research that bridges academic and workplace expertise.
Is a consortium required for Raak-Pro?
Yes, Raak-Pro requires a broad knowledge network of institutional and professional partners. A single applicant or bilateral collaboration will not meet eligibility.
Can researchers outside hogescholen apply for Raak-Pro?
No, Raak-Pro is restricted to lectors and researchers based at Dutch hogescholen; however, consortium partners can come from any institution type.
When is the Raak-Pro deadline?
The deadline is 17 November 2026 at 14:00. Raak-Pro runs an annual funding round.
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