BIP for Staff
Turning Research Ideas into Projects, Publications and Partnerships
Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme for Academic Staff
30 November – 4 December 2026 | Olomouc, Czech Republic
with an online session on 24 November 2026
Join our international Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) focused on research project development, academic publishing, and European funding opportunities. The programme combines an online preparatory workshop with an intensive week in Olomouc, including active or passive participation in the KNOWCON International Scientific Conference.
Applications are accepted until 15 October 2026. Further information about eligibility and the application process can be found below.
We look forward to welcome you in Olomouc this winter!
Programme Structure & Dates
Virtual part (online, before arrival)
Date: Tuesday, 24 November 2026
Time: 15.30-17.00 CET (UTC+1)
Session Description: The Lived Experience along the Publication Journey
This 90-minute online session examines the publication cycle through the lens of individual lived experiences. The goal is to map the personal perspectives and institutional factors that authors encounter during different stages of publishing, and to explore ways to optimize the process. Insights from this session will support the subsequent Paper Development Workshop.
Programme of the on-site part
Dates: 30 November – 4 December 2026
Location: Department of Economic and Managerial Studies, Faculty of Arts, Palacký University Olomouc
Address: Křížkovského 10 and 12, Olomouc, Czech Republic
Monday | Introduction (Křížkovského 10 – rear section, room 2.25)
13.00-14.00 Introduction to our team and university, research topics, and planned project proposals
14.30-16.00 Introduction of participants
16.30-18.00 Social event: Christmas punch with refreshments (Dolní Gallery, Lower Square 109/29)
Tuesday | Tips and Tricks for European Research Projects (Křížkovského 10 – rear section, room 2.25)
9.00 - 10.30 Scientific projects preparation, long-term strategy
10.45 - 12.15 Horizon projects, tips and tricks
lunch break
13.15 - 14.45 ERC grants, tips and tricks
15.00 - 15.30 Story of a successful project
Wednesday | Project Preparation (Křížkovského 10 – rear section, room 2.25)
9.00-10.30 Preparation of a 1-page proposal
11.00-12.30 Presentation of final version of 1-page proposal (Pitch presentation)
lunch break
13.30-15.00 Group discussions and feedback: working on the development of research topics
15.30-17.30 Optional creative workshop at Soyca candle wrokshop: Decorate handmade Christmas candles and create your own scented soap and bath salts at a local Olomouc social enterprise. The owner will briefly introduce Soyca and its approach to social and sustainable entrepreneurship. We will travel together by public transport, with 24-hour tickets provided.
Thursday | KNOWCON International Scientific Conference (Křížkovského 12)
9.45-17.40 Scientific conference participation (room 1.17)
15.05-16.35 Paper Development Workshop (room 1.12)
18.00-21.00 Conference social event (Dolní Gallery, Lower Square 109/29)
Friday | Wrap-up and Future Collaboration (Křížkovského 12)
9.45-11.00 Wrap-up: Programme evaluation and closing session (room 1.12)
Practical Information
How to reach us
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Getting to Olomouc: To get to Olomouc from the major airports nearby (Prague, Brno, Vienna), please follow the instructions on this link: https://www.upol.cz/welcome-office/arrival-to-up/
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Getting to the department: The Department of Economic and Managerial Studies is located in the historical city centre:
Faculty of Arts of Palacký University in Olomouc
Department of Economic and Managerial Studies
Křížkovského 12
779 00 Olomouc
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To reach us using public city transport, you can take tram numbers 2, 3, or 4 from the main train station in Olomouc. Tram number 4 is also convenient if you're traveling from the main bus terminal. Get off at the U Dómu tram stop, then turn left onto Wurmova Street. Walk approximately 200 meters along the street to its end, where it curves right and becomes Křížkovského Street. Besides that, Olomouc is also a very walker-friendly city.
Accommodation
Participants arrange their accommodation individually. The following options are located in or near the historic city centre and are within easy reach of the programme venue:
For participants seeking a wider range of accommodation options, additional hotels and guesthouses are available throughout Olomouc.
Weather in Olomouc
Early December temperatures in Olomouc typically range between 0°C and 8°C. Warm clothing and suitable footwear are recommended.
What to Bring
- laptop for workshops
- short, 3-minute pitch presentation of research interests
Certificate of Participation
Participants who complete both the online and on-site components will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Funding
BIPs are funded through the Erasmus+ programme. Participants are expected to receive Erasmus+ support from their home institutions, covering the eligible costs associated with their mobility.
Participation in the BIP and attendance at the KNOWCON International Scientific Conference are free of charge. The only optional fee is CZK 1,000 per paper for participants who wish to publish a contribution in the conference proceedings. To participate in this option, please register through the conference system available on the conference website. Further details regarding registration and publication requirements can also be found there.