Procedure for applications to externally funded projects at BCE
A sustainable economy in externally funded projects is a prerequisite for a robust department economy. Therefore, BCE has adopted guidelines to ensure that the overall project portfolio contributes to a department economy that allows for development and strategic initiatives.
The department's finances are complex and consist of several types of income and expenditure. In most cases, the possibility of influencing income in a positive or negative direction is limited, but the situation is different for external funding.
By optimising project budgets, it is possible to positively influence the department's finances, which, among other things, leads to greater opportunities for strategic decisions – such as focusing on a specific research area that the department sees growing interest in, or investing in new infrastructure that can benefit several of the department's research areas.
Rules, procedures and support tools
- The flowchart below shows the entire BCE procedure for applying for external funding.
- On the right-hand side, you will find a link to the department's guidelines for project economy.
- On the right-hand side, you will also find links to internal support tools that can assist you in the process of achieving a sustainable project economy.
- Click here to find a presentation of Tech's budget template and cover letter. Please note that the template and cover letter have changed since the video was recorded, so you will notice differences in layout and functions – however, the basic principles remain the same.
- Click here to read AU's guidelines for research security (URIS).
