OBEL Award Teaching Fellowships 2025(Study in Denmark)

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1. Fellowship Overview

• Provider: Henrik F. Obel Foundation (Denmark)
• Purpose: To bridge professional expertise with academic teaching in architecture and the built environment
• Focus Theme for 2025: Ready Made (repurposing/reinterpreting existing resources)
• Number of Awards: 2
• Grant Amount: Up to €75,000 per fellowship
• Teaching Period: Preferably starting in 2026
• Application Deadline: August 1, 2025 (midnight CEST)
• Fields: Open to all subjects, but must relate to architecture/built environment
• Funding Type: Partial (covers course development and teaching)

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2. Fellowship Benefits

Financial Support

• Grant up to €75,000 to cover:
• Course development costs
• Teaching stipend
• Research/materials
• Travel (if required)

Professional Opportunities

• Teach at an accredited university
• Develop innovative curriculum
• Join OBEL’s global network of scholars
• Potential for long-term academic collaboration

Recognition

• Listed as OBEL Teaching Fellow
• Featured on OBEL Foundation platforms
• Opportunity to present work at OBEL events\

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3. Eligibility Requirements

A. Applicant Qualifications

• Professional Experience: Minimum 5 years in relevant field
• Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge in architecture/built environment
• Teaching Potential: Ability to develop and deliver academic courses
• Nationality: Open to all nationalities

B. Course Requirements

• Must align with Ready Made theme
• Should be innovative and impactful
• Must be taught at accredited university
• Minimum commitment:
• 2 standard courses OR
• 1 intensive course

C. Institutional Partnership

• Mandatory collaboration with host university
• Requires signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

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4. Application Process

Step 1: Prepare Documents

1. Professional CV (max 3 pages)
2. Course Proposal including:

• Learning objectives
• Teaching methods
• Relevance to Ready Made theme

1. Budget Plan for €75,000
2. MOU from host university
3. Letters of Support (optional but recommended)

Step 2: Submit Application

• Online Portal: OBEL Award Website
• Deadline: August 1, 2025 (23:59 CEST)
• No application fee

Step 3: Selection Timeline

• August-September 2025: Review by expert committee
• October 2025: Interviews (if required)
• November 2025: Announcement of winners
• 2026: Fellowship begins

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5. Selection Criteria

Applications evaluated on:

1. Professional Expertise (30%)
2. Course Innovation (25%)
3. Alignment with Theme (20%)
4. Academic Impact (15%)
5. Budget Feasibility (10%)

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6. Post-Fellowship Requirements

1. Submit Final Report including:

• Course syllabus
• Student feedback
• Learning outcomes

1. Provide Teaching Materials for OBEL archive
2. Participate in OBEL Network events
3. Acknowledge OBEL in related publications

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7. Why Apply?

• Career Advancement: Establish academic credentials
• Financial Support: Significant funding for course development
• Global Network: Connect with leading architects/educators
• Impact: Shape future professionals in the field

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8. Important Notes

• Language: Courses can be taught in English or local language
• Visa: Host institution must assist with work permits
• Taxes: Grant may be taxable (consult local laws)
• IP Rights: Teaching materials remain fellow’s property

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9. Contact Information

OBEL Foundation

• Email: [email protected]
• Address: Strandgade 96, 1401 Copenhagen K, Denmark
• Phone: +45 33 34 44 00

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10. Key Dates

Activity	Deadline
Applications Open	April 2025
Final Deadline	August 1, 2025
Winners Announced	November 2025
Teaching Begins	2026

For complete guidelines: OBEL Award Official Page