About the Programme
A2EI is a development programme that brings together academia, entrepreneurship and innovation. It is designed for doctoral students interested in extending the impact of their research beyond academia, whether they are considering launching a startup, pursuing a career in the public sector or collaborating with business partners.
The UNIC Alliance supports the development of a transnational academic community and enables students and doctoral school participants to connect with peers who share similar interests while bringing diverse perspectives. This creates an opportunity to better understand the world in all its complexity.
When Does the Programme Take Place?
- Application deadline: 1 September
- Online kick-off session: 23 September 2026
- Peer-to-peer modules (online): September-November
- On-site sessions in Rotterdam: 23-25 November 2026
More information is available on the project website.
How to Apply?
To take part in the programme, complete the application form.
Before applying, please read the information available on the project website carefully (go to the website).
Funding
Participation in the programme is free of charge and there is no registration fee. The University of Lodz will provide funding for the two highest-rated applications, covering accommodation and flight costs required to participate in the on-site component of the programme.
Other participants should secure funding from another source, for example through a University of Lodz Doctoral School.
Who Runs the Classes?
A2EI is delivered by specialists from the Erasmus Centre for Entrepreneurship together with experts from UNIC partner universities, including the University of Lodz, Ruhr University Bochum (Germany), the University of Liège (Belgium), and the University of Deusto (Basque Country, Spain).
