EU Project Design: How to Turn Ideas Into Funded Initiatives
Introduction
Turning a good idea into a funded European project requires method, structure, and strategy. Project design is the first critical step in accessing EU opportunities—one that combines vision with compliance. It involves understanding funding priorities, building partnerships, and writing a proposal that clearly explains objectives, impact, and feasibility. This article offers a practical overview of how to approach European project design.
Start from the EU Agenda
Identify relevant programmes (Erasmus+, Interreg, Horizon, CERV…) and match them with your goals.
Build a Solid Partnership
Engage stakeholders early, define roles, and ensure complementary expertise.
Structure Your Idea
Create a logical framework: needs, objectives, actions, timeline, budget, and results.