UNESCO/Poland Fellowship 2024 in Poland (Fully Funded)

The UNESCO/Poland Fellowship program boasts a rich legacy of fostering academic excellence and cross-cultural exchange. Aimed at scholars from developing countries, as designated by the United Nations, the program grants successful fellows the opportunity to enroll in a wide range of Master’s and PhD programs at participating Polish universities. the Polish National Commission for UNESCO and the UNESCO Chair for Science, Technology, and Engineering at the AGH University of Krakow (Poland) are placing at the disposal of UNESCO thirty (30) fellowships for the benefit of a number of developing Member States . Beneficiaries of these fellowships will be given the opportunity to undertake an individual research programme in the field of Science, Technology and Engineering for a duration of 6 months between 1 October 2024 and 31 March 2025. 

Program Summary:

• Level of Study: Master’s and PhD programs
• Institutions: Various participating Polish universities
• Study in: Poland
• Application Deadline: 10th May 2024

Academic discipline:

• Education, encompassing fields such as curriculum development, educational leadership, educational technology, and special needs education.
• Natural sciences, including physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, environmental sciences, and earth sciences.
• Social sciences and humanities, including history, political science, sociology, anthropology, archaeology, literature, linguistics, and philosophy.
• Culture, encompassing fields such as museology, cultural heritage management, cultural studies, and film studies.
• Communication, including journalism, media studies, and communication sciences.

Benefits of the UNESCO/Poland Fellowship:

The UNESCO/Poland Fellowship program extends a multitude of benefits to its distinguished fellows:

• Free Tuition and access to the University in Poland.
• Monthly allowance of 1800 PLN for BSc degree students and 2200 PLN for MSc degree students.
• A one-time special allowance of 1800 PLN for BSc degree students or 2200 PLN for MSc degree students is to be paid upon arrival.
• Airfare Tickets: UNESCO will Cover the Cost of Round Airfare Travel Tickets to/from Your Country.
• Health Insurance Will be provided.
• One-time special pocket allowance of US$120.

List of Eligible Countries:

Participants from these countries can apply:

NOTE: Please check the List of Invited Member States

Eligibility Criteria (Required Qualification):

To be eligible for the UNESCO/Poland Fellowship program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a citizen of a developing country as designated by the United Nations.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree (for Master’s programs) or a Master’s degree (for PhD programs) from a recognized university.
• Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement.
• Possess a strong command of the English language (as most programs are conducted in English).
• Be in good health and meet the Polish visa requirements.

Documents Required:

The required application documents typically include:

• A completed application form
• Official academic transcripts and diplomas
• Letters of recommendation
• A compelling Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• A well-crafted Statement of Purpose outlining your academic background, research interests, and motivations for applying to the program
• Proof of English language proficiency (if required)

Application Process (How to Apply):

Follow the steps below for application process

1. UNESCO fellowships application form, including medical certificate, All 4 pages duly completed in English using capital letter (illegible documents will be eliminated from the evaluation procedure, and hand writing form must be written in capital letters only);
2. A copy of the identity photo of the applicant;
3. Certified copies (in English) of Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree/ PhD obtained (candidates should have completed and obtained the degrees before applying for this fellowships programme, and the presented degrees shall meet the requirements and regulations of European Union);
4. UNESCO certificate of language knowledge, duly completed by a relevant authority, if the mother tongue of the candidate is not English; and
5. Two letters of recommendation from someone related to the candidate’s work, as well confirming the candidate’s qualifications. 

Note: Only applications endorsed  by the National Commission will be accepted by UNESCO. It is mandatory for each endorsed candidate to submit his/er information sheet by Friday 10 May 2024, 12pm Paris time at the latest.