EU Grants for Social Sciences

Discover EU funding opportunities and grant programmes for the social sciences sector. Browse open and forthcoming calls from Horizon Europe and other European Commission initiatives.

Showing 15 of 75 grant calls

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Demand-led innovation for civil security through Pre-Commercial Procurement (PCP)

HORIZON Pre-commercial Procurement

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
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National Contact Points (NCPs) in the field of security and cybersecurity fostering the links with National Community building for Safe, Secure and Resilient Societies

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
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Open topic on testing / validating tools, technologies and data used in cross-border prevention, preparedness and responses to climate extreme and geological events and chemical, biological or radiological emergency threats

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
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Open topic on Improving disaster risk management and governance to ensure self-sufficiency and sustainability of operations in support of enhanced resilience

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
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Open topic on modern information and forensic evidence analysis and on frontline policing

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
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Open topic on improved intelligence picture and enhanced prevention, detection and deterrence of various forms of organised crime

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
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Innovative approaches for sustainable, inclusive and beautiful social and affordable housing

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€12 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
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Reverse local construction supply chains for the beautiful re-assembly of reclaimed construction products

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€12 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
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Bottom-up social entrepreneurship for the co-creation of neighbourhoods in line with the New European Bauhaus

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€12 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
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Interregional Innovation Investments Strand 1

I3 Project Grants

Budget:€23 000 000
Deadline:November 13, 2025
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Interregional Innovation Investments Strand 2a

I3 Project Grants

Budget:€24 000 000
Deadline:November 13, 2025
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European Excellence Initiative (EEI)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€80 000 000
Deadline:November 20, 2025
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Building a trustworthy social media sphere: countering disinformation on social media for young Europeans

PPPA Project Grants

Budget:€5 985 000
Deadline:December 2, 2025
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Call for proposals for health data for biotech innovation leveraging the European Health Data Space

EU4H Project Grants

Budget:€7 440 000
Deadline:January 6, 2026
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Call for proposals on lifelong prevention for a healthy life with focus on cardiovascular diseases

EU4H Project Grants

Budget:€7 440 000
Deadline:January 6, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Social Sciences EU Grants

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Social Sciences sector. These include grants through Horizon Europe (the EU's flagship research and innovation programme with a budget of €95.5 billion), the European Innovation Council (EIC) which provides funding for breakthrough innovations, and various sector-specific initiatives. Funding types range from Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) with 100% funding rates, to Innovation Actions (IA) with 70% funding for companies, and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) for networking and coordination activities. Our database helps you find grants that match your organization's specific needs, project stage, and funding requirements.
Applying for EU grants in the Social Sciences sector involves several key steps. First, use Grantalist to identify suitable open calls that match your project idea and organization type. Next, carefully review the call documentation, including eligibility criteria, evaluation criteria, and the work programme. Most EU grants require you to form a consortium with partners from at least 3 different EU member states or associated countries. Once ready, you'll submit your proposal through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, which includes a detailed description of your project, work packages, budget breakdown, and impact assessment. The evaluation process typically takes 3-5 months, after which successful applicants enter grant agreement preparation. We recommend starting your application at least 2-3 months before the deadline.
EU grants for the Social Sciences sector offer diverse funding levels depending on the programme and action type. Small-scale grants through programmes like EIC Accelerator can start from €500,000 up to €2.5 million in grant funding, plus up to €15 million in equity investment. Collaborative research projects under Horizon Europe typically range from €3 million to €10 million for standard projects, while some large-scale flagship initiatives can exceed €20 million. SMEs and startups often benefit from higher funding rates (up to 70% for Innovation Actions compared to large companies) and access to specialized instruments. The exact amount depends on the specific call topic, project scope, consortium size, and type of activities proposed.
Eligibility for Social Sciences EU grants extends to a wide range of organizations. Legal entities from EU member states and associated countries (including the UK for some programmes, Norway, Switzerland, and others) are typically eligible. This includes universities and research institutions, large enterprises and multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 250 employees, startups and scale-ups, public bodies and NGOs, and international organizations. Some calls specifically target certain organization types, such as SME-only calls or academic-focused research grants. Third-country participation is possible in many programmes, though often without EU funding.