OPPORTUNITIES

The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship is a prestigious program funded by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. It supports outstanding international students at the master’s and doctoral levels, offering financial aid, living support, and access to France’s world-class universities. The program aims to attract top talent to strengthen academic and professional collaboration between France and the global community.

Deadline: 08 January 2026

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Applications are open for the University of Pretoria Commonwealth Scholarship 2026, offering full funding for doctoral studies to students from Commonwealth countries (excluding South African citizens). The award, valued at ZAR 190,000, covers accommodation, living expenses, medical costs, books, return flights, and study visa fees. Eligible applicants must begin their studies at the University of Pretoria in 2026.

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Deadline: 20th September 2025

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Applications are now open for the DLL Conference 2026 inZanzibar, Tanzania. This is a fully funded international conference taking place in Stone Town, Zanzibar from January 16th to 19th, 2026. 

The conference, themed “Reimagining Africa: Youth, Heritage, and Leadership for a Global Future,” is designed to help you Discover, Learn, and Lead (DLL). This is your opportunity to connect, collaborate, learn, and lead global change, whether you’re a student, recent graduate, postgraduate, young professional, activist, or entrepreneur

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Deadline: 30th October 2025

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The University of Lausanne (UNIL) in Switzerland offers the UNIL Master’s Scholarship for outstanding international students applying to a Master’s program at the university. This highly competitive award is granted on the basis of academic excellence and provides recipients with financial support of CHF 1,600 per month for the duration of the degree (up to two years).

The scholarship is open to students from all fields (except Medicine, Master of Law, Master of Arts in Sciences and Practices of Education, and Master of Science in Physical Education and Sports Didactics). Applicants must hold a foreign university degree equivalent to a Swiss bachelor’s and demonstrate strong academic achievement

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Deadline: 1st November 2025

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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are mainly intended for talented early career researchers (ECRs) from abroad who have already completed their Master's degree or PhD. The scholarship programme is currently open to applicants from 183 countries.

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Deadline:  2025

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Study in the UK on a fully funded Chevening Scholarship​

Deadline: 7 Oct 2025

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The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2026/27 is a Fully Funded Initiative by the Government of Hong Kong. It allows international students to complete their PhD from one of the 8 Top Hong Kong Universities. The (HKPFS) is funded by the Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong. The aim is to attract talent from all around the world. The number of HKPFS fellowships increased from 300 to 400 for 2026/27. There is no application fee. Nationals from all countries can apply for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme regardless of their gender, ethnicity, or religious or political affinities. Moreover, prior work experience is not required. More details are below

Deadline: 1 December 2025

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The University of Groningen offers the prestigious Eric Bleumink Fellowship to outstanding international students applying for a Master’s degree. This fully funded scholarship covers tuition fees, living costs, health insurance, and international travel, supporting talented individuals who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and leadership potential. 

Deadline: 1 December of every year

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The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) offers fully funded opportunities for international students to pursue undergraduate studies in South Korea. The scholarship covers tuition fees, airfare, living allowance, health insurance, and language training, aiming to promote international exchange and strengthen ties between Korea and participating countries. 

Deadlines:

• 30th September 2025 (Embassy Track)

• 31st October 2025 (University Track)

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The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship is a prestigious program supporting exceptional international students pursuing master’s or PhD studies in Ireland. The award provides a stipend, tuition fee contribution, and research expenses, fostering academic excellence and innovation across all disciplines. 

Deadline: 23rd October 2025 ​

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The Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC Barcelona) offers prestigious scholarships for outstanding international students applying for undergraduate or postgraduate programs. This competitive award recognizes academic excellence, leadership potential, and commitment to global impact. The scholarship provides financial assistance toward tuition fees and may include partial or full coverage depending on the applicant’s profile. 

Deadline: Varies by program ​

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Central European University (CEU) in Hungary offers generous scholarships for international students in 2026 to pursue bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. The award supports tuition, living costs, and research opportunities, enabling talented students to study at one of Europe’s leading institutions for social sciences, humanities, law, public policy, and more. 

Deadline: 4th Februray 2026 ​

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The Gates Cambridge Scholarship is one of the world’s most prestigious awards, established by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. It offers fully funded scholarships for outstanding international students to pursue a full-time master’s or PhD at the University of Cambridge. The award covers tuition, living allowance, travel, and additional academic expenses, aiming to develop future global leaders committed to improving the lives of others.

Deadlines: ​​

• (15th October 2025 for USA Residents)

• For all other Nationals (2nd Dec 2025 or 7th January 2026)

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The DAAD EPOS Scholarship offers a fully funded opportunity for highly qualified graduates from developing countries to pursue a Master of Science in Development Economics at selected top universities in Germany. This program aims to equip future development professionals with advanced analytical skills and economic knowledge to drive sustainable growth in their home countries..

Deadlines: ​​

• (15th November 2025 

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The DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme supports outstanding graduates and young professionals in developing countries to pursue Master’s or PhD studies within their home country or region. The scholarship aims to strengthen higher education systems, promote academic capacity building, and develop future leaders who contribute to regional development. 

The program provides financial support for tuition fees, monthly stipends, research allowances, and travel grants, depending on the host institution. It also encourages regional academic exchange and collaboration among universities in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Ideal for: Talented students and early-career academics committed to advancing research, teaching, and development in their region.

Deadlines: ​​

• (27th November 2025 

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The University of Southampton offers prestigious fully funded PhD and postgraduate scholarships for exceptional researchers from the UK and around the world. These scholarships support academic excellence and foster impactful research across diverse fields.

Successful applicants receive 100% tuition fee coverage along with a tax-free annual stipend of £19,237, enabling students to focus fully on their research while studying at one of the UK’s leading research institutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for highly motivated graduates to advance their academic career and contribute to innovative global research.

Deadline: ​Varies by Program ​

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