The Marie Curie Initial Training Network (ITN) EXACT is
an EU wide Ph.D. and professional training programme
for young researchers, academics and professionals
in the field of EU External Action
funded by the European Commission.

EXACT provides the opportunity to realise an individual research project leading to a double Ph.D. ("co-tutelle") issued by two universities.

Starting in October 2010 EXACT provides training for 12 participants for a period of three years including local and network-wide activities provided by the partner institutions of the network.

The programme offers academic and professional training as well as a network of contacts throughout academia and the private sector.

The deadline for applications has ended on 31 January 2010.