The objective of the scholarship program is to promote democratic, economic and social development through supporting know-how and transfer of knowledge to advanced students within areas in which
Countries
The program is only available to citizens of the following countries:
Important dates
Prior to applying for a scholarship, application to the master’s degree program must be made via the online application service for master’s programs in
Scholarship benefits and period
The scholarship amount is SEK 8,000 per month and the scholarship is only awarded for programs starting in fall semester. The scholarships are usually granted for one academic year, i.e. for two semesters at a time, but will be extended for programs longer than two semesters provided that study results are satisfactory.
How to apply
Prior to applying for a scholarship, application to the master’s degree program must be made via the online application service for master’s programs in
After you have applied to a master’s degree program, the application procedure for scholarships will then open in February.
Only a limited number of Swedish master programs will be eligible for scholarships next year. The selection of master programs will take place in January and the list will be published together with the call for applications in February.
The eligible master programs will be within the following study areas: agriculture and forestry, environmental studies, natural sciences (biotechnology, energy), democracy/human rights/gender issues, peace and development studies, economics and entrepreneurship, education, engineering, health science/medicine, information and communication technology, international relations, media and journalism, law/ international law, social issues, spatial/urban planning and real estate management.
The list of applicants who will receive a scholarship will be announced at the SI website, www.si.se and at www.studyinsweden.se in the beginning of June
Who is eligible?
The scholarships are intended for guest students belonging to the above mentioned target group for full time temporary studies in Sweden starting in fall semester 2010. There is no age limit for scholarship holders.
You are not eligible for this scholarship if any of the following is true:
You have already lived in
You have a Swedish permanent residence permit or a work permit.
You have a previously been awarded a Swedish Institute scholarship for studies at the master’s level or research at a Swedish university.
However, students who have attended a Swedish Institute summer course in Swedish language or the
Travel grants
Scholarship holders from ODA countries will receive travel support in connection with the scholarship. The travel grant is a lump sum, given only once. Citizens from
Insurance
Scholarship holders are insured by the Swedish State Group Insurance against illness and accident during the scholarship period.
Scholarship limitations
The scholarship is designed to cover living costs for the scholarship holder. There are no grants for family members.
Scholarship holders following a two year master’s degree program are permitted to spend a maximum of one semester abroad in connection with their studies while retaining the scholarship.
The granted scholarship period cannot be altered or extended.
Moreinfo: http://www.studyinsweden.se/Scholarships/SI-scholarships/Guest-Scholarship-Program/Masters-level
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