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12 Jan 2026 /

Bevica Foundation launches new PhD call: DKK 10.5 million for research in Universal Design

The Bevica Foundation is now inviting applications for a new PhD call focusing on universal design. A total of DKK 10.5 million has been allocated to research aimed at strengthening the knowledge base and supporting the development of a more inclusive and equitable society
By Siggie Sørine Bolander Jakobsen

Universal design is a design principle that seeks to create solutions that are usable and accessible to everyone, regardless of individual abilities or circumstances

Our built and designed environments are often created for a standardised, fully able-bodied. With this call, the Bevica Foundation aims to promote research that explores, develops, and rethinks universal design across disciplines - both theoretically, practice-based, and innovation-driven.

Who can apply? 

  • Applicants from all relevant academic disciplines 
  • A Master’s degree (or equivalent) by the application deadline 

It’s possible to apply under all PhD models (5+3, 4+4, 3+5). 

It’s an advantage, but not a requirement, that the applicant or principal supervisor has previously participated in the Bevica Scholarship Programme. 

PhD projects must contribute new knowledge on universal design in a Danish context and address professional or societal challenges related to people with disabilities. 

Application deadline: 1 July 2026  

Kolding School of Design encourages all interested parties—students, researchers, and collaborators—to consider applying. 

Join the online information meeting

The Bevica Foundation will host an online information meeting about the PhD call on 22 January from 3:30–5:00 PM (CET). 

If you have any further questions, please contact Project Developer René Sørensen Overby at rene@bevica.dk or +45 22 58 26 48. 

Read more and register for the information meeting here

Read more about Kolding School of Designs PhD Programme

PhD Programme