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Scholarships & Funding

Government, university and foundation scholarships open to international students.

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AIMS South Africa AI for Science Master’s Program 2026-2027

Funding varies

South Africa

The funding covers full scholarships, equipment and computation costs for students.

MASTERS

ANSO-CAS-TWAS/UNESCO PhD Scholarship 2025-2026

Fully funded

University of Science

Monthly stipend: 6,000 or 7,000 CNY/month (depending on whether the awardee has passed the qualification test arranged by the University), up to 48 months

PHD

ANU RTP Scholarship in Australia (Fully Funded) – Study in Australia

Fully funded

Australian National University · Australia

The ANU RTP Scholarship 2026 is now open for students who want to study a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Australia. This fully funded scholarship in Australia is offered by the Australian National University (ANU) with support from the Australian Government. The scholarship is available to both domestic and international students who want to complete a Higher Degree by Research.

PHD, MASTERS

APNI African Plant Nutrition Phosphorus Fellowship 2026 (up to $5,000)

Funding varies

PHD, POSTDOC

APS-EPS-ICTP Travel Award Fellowship Programme (ATAP) 2026 for doctoral student or an early‑career physicist (5,000 EUR grant)

Funding varies

• ATAP provides a grant of 5,000 EUR to support the major costs of a two‑month consecutive research visit to a participating laboratory in Europe (excluding Italy), North America, or a more advanced developing country. • All awarded funds must be used within the same calendar year in which they are granted. For this reason, research visits should begin no later than 1 November of that year. Grant recipients are expected to remain at the host institute for the full two‑month period without interruptions.

PHD

APSA Doctoral Dissertation Research Improvement Grants 2026 (up to $20,000)

Funding varies

PHD

ARC Ltd–GSSP Scholarship Program 2026 for Postgraduate Study in Africa

Fully funded

University of Cape Town

Comprehensive scholarship support: Full tuition coverage for up to two years of postgraduate study, together with a living stipend, travel support and other eligible expenses, subject to the terms and conditions of the scholarship.

MASTERSDeadline: Deadline: 07 October 2026

AREF Excell Malaria Researcher & Leadership Development Programme 2026-2028 (up to $50,000)

Funding varies

PHD, POSTDOC

ARES International Training Scholarships 2027-2028

Funding varies

MASTERS

ARES Scholarships 2027-28 in Belgium

Fully funded

Belgium

Tuition fees will be covered for specialised bachelor’s and master’s programs.

MASTERS

ARI-NUS Postdoctoral/Research Fellowship Programme 2026

Fully funded

Social Sciences Research Council · Singapore

• The appointment will be for a period of one year. An all-inclusive, fixed monthly salary of S$6,000-S$6,500 (depending on experience). This all-in sum is inclusive of stipends for housing and living expenses. • Travel assistance will be provided for successful applicants from overseas. Singapore citizens and permanent residents are eligible for Central Provident Fund benefits. All salary and benefit-in-kind are subject to taxation in accordance with local tax laws. • There is support for project-related research fieldwork and conference attendance (subject to approval). • Research staff at ARI are expected to participate actively in research activities including attendance at seminars, conferences and ARI social events.

PHD, POSTDOC

AS Hornby Educational Trust Scholarships 2025/2026 for study in the UK

Fully funded

University of Exeter · United Kingdom

• Up to ten (10) fully funded scholarships are available to students who meet the University of Exeter’s admission’s criteria for the MEd TESOL Programme for September 2025 entry. • Scholarships will be awarded to academically talented and experienced applicants who are nationals of and work in countries as defined as Least Developed, Low Income, Lower Middle Income, or Upper Middle Income

MASTERS

ASEAN-Korea Young Scholar Research Grant (YSRG) 2026

Fully funded

Government of · South Korea

A monthly fieldwork stipend (USD $1,400) for up to three months

PHD, MASTERS

AWARD Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship 2026 [Cohort 2]

Funding varies

Agriculture Leadership Program

Selected Fellows will engage in a series of activities, including a mentoring program where they will be matched with a mentor and a mentee, and several training courses on leadership and negotiation skills, gender integration in climate adaptation, science communication, and research proposal writing.

MASTERS

Aalto Science Institute International Summer Research Programme 2026 | Fully Funded Summer Research in Finland

Fully funded

Finland The Aalto Science Institute · Finland

Aalto Science Institute International Summer Research Programme 2026 | Fully Funded Summer Research in Finland

PHD, MASTERS

Aalto Summer Research Program 2026 in Finland | Paid Research Opportunity

Fully funded

Aalto University · Finland

We all know that the cost of living in another country can be heavy on our pockets. So, to make international students burden-free, they will be paid a salary of 2000+ €/ month. This amount will be sufficient for them to cover their living cost and accommodation. The good news is, that the host country will provide a travel bonus of 400€ or 800€. After completion of this Aalto internship of twelve weeks, participants will have to present their work at a final poster exhibition.

MASTERS

Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies (AIAS) Visiting Fellowships 2027

Fully funded

Aarhus University

• Office space and access to the lecture hall and meeting room facilities at AIAS • Integration into an inspiring interdisciplinary and international research community • Access to all social and academic activities at AIAS • Administrative support for hosting academic events and conferences • Travel costs to Aarhus (one return ticket, economy fare) covered (amount subject to prior approval by AIAS) • Assistance with relocation practicalities.

PHD, POSTDOC

Académie de recherche et d’enseignement supérieur (ARES) International Training Scholarships 2027/2028 for Study in Belgium

Fully funded

Belgium

MASTERS

Africa CDC/AVMI 2026 Industrial Fellowship Programme in Vaccine Manufacturing

Fully funded

• Africa CDC will provide the funding which includes: • Return flight tickets to the industrial fellowship site

MASTERS

Africa Institute Senior & Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026

Fully funded

Global Studies University

The Institute will provide fellows with access to appropriate office space, access to library resources, computer and technical support, with routine administrative support in matters related to, residency, salary disbursement, HR matters and research funding.

PHD, POSTDOC

AfricaLics PhD Visiting Fellowship Programme (VFP) 2027

Fully funded

• Return flight costs from your nearest international airport (economy class) to Johannesburg and accommodation in Johannesburg will be covered by AfricaLics through the Sida-supported RCS project. • A travel insurance is issued together with the ticket and serves as health insurance during the fellowship period. The medical insurance provided under the travel insurance usually only covers minor ailments that occur during your stay. Successful candidates who have a medical condition, are advised to check if their own health insurance works in South Africa and, if not, ensure they upgrade their insurance in advance of their study visit. • Living costs during the study visit to UJ are normally covered through a stipend amounting to approximately $600 per month. This amount should cover all costs while in Johannesburg related to living expenses and travel around Johannesburg including to an

PHD

African Academy of Sciences (AAS) Fellowship 2026

Funding varies

PHD

African Business Education (ABE) Initiative 2026 for Youth & SDGs Global Leader (Fully Funded to Japan)

Fully funded

Japan

MASTERS

African Climate Collaborative PhD Fellowships in Climate and Development 2026 (Fully-funded)

Funding varies

PHD

African Fellowships for Research in Indigenous and Alternative Knowledges (AFRIAK) 2026 Call for Proposals

Funding varies

Mastercard Foundation

MASTERS

African STARS Fellowship Programme 2026 (Fully-funded)

Fully funded

Stellenbosch University · South Africa

Fully funded training, including travel, visa support, and accommodation

MASTERS

Africa’s Data Future Fellowship 2026 ($1,500 stipend)

Fully funded

Centre

• A stipend of US$1,500 maximum upon successful completion of the fellowship • Bi-weekly virtual masterclasses and expert sessions with sector leaders

MASTERS

Alan W. Heston Fellowship 2026 (up to $10,000)

Funding varies

The fellowship provides funding of up to $10,000 USD per recipient, covering a period of 6–12 months.

PHD, POSTDOC

Allianz Climate Risk Research Award 2026 for PhD candidates and post-doctoral researchers (monetary award & funded trip to Munich, Germany)

Funding varies

Germany

PHD, POSTDOC

Amelia Earhart Fellowship 2027 (up to $12,000)

Funding varies

Up to 30 Fellows will receive a US$12,000 Amelia Earhart Fellowship to support their advanced studies at any university or college offering accredited post-graduate courses and degrees in these fields.

PHD

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