The expenditure on R&D in Social Sciences, Humanities, and the Arts in Germany is projected to rise steadily from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, it stood at 5.68 billion Euros. The forecast indicates a consistent growth, beginning at 5.88 billion Euros in 2024 and reaching 6.69 billion Euros by 2028. The year-on-year growth rates range approximately between 3-4%, and the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is expected to be about 3.3%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Increased emphasis on interdisciplinary research integrating technology.
- Potential policy changes impacting funding allocation.
- Rising importance of digital humanities.
- Potential for increased cooperative projects with international institutions.
