Scholarship

Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals

Swedish Institute Original Source

About This Opportunity

The Swedish Institute awards academic scholarships for master's studies in Sweden to global professionals from a selection of 34 countries who want to contribute to the sustainable development of their home countries. The scholarship is a competitive fully-funded opportunity that supports full-time, one- or two-year master's studies at Swedish universities across a wide range of English-taught programmes in fields including Governance, Public Health, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and STEM. Recipients gain access to world-class education, cutting-edge research, and a vibrant network of peers while developing tools to drive change back home. Scholarship recipients become part of the SI Network for Global Professionals, a platform for collaboration, learning, and lifelong connection with fellow leaders from around the world. The program seeks talented professionals with capability, an existing platform, and ambition to contribute to the further development of their home country and region. After the scholarship period ends, recipients become members of the Sweden Alumni Network, providing unique opportunities for continued networking and professional development.

12 - 25 mo
2 months

Who Can Apply

Region
Global
Citizenship
AM, AZ, BD, BY + 30 more
Project in
Sweden
Applicants
individual

Application Details

Stages

  1. 1 two_stage

Required documents

cv letters_of_recommendation references

Review process

Screening and evaluation process with scores given based on program aims. Looking for talented professionals with capability, platform and ambition to contribute to home country development. Quality of application is crucial. Final evaluation considers gender representation, country distribution, and budget constraints.

Additional benefits

  • travel_support
  • networking
  • mentorship

Restrictions

  • no_concurrent_funding
  • employment_restrictions