Belgium scholarships for African students
Belgium funds African students at scale through VLIR-UOS (Flemish) and ARES-CCD (French-speaking) and through university-specific aid at KU Leuven, Ghent, UCLouvain and ULB.
VLIR-UOS Master and Training scholarships and ARES-CCD Masters and short courses are the flagship Belgium awards for sub-Saharan African applicants, with priority country lists that include Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda, DRC, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Cameroon and more. Below are the live Belgium opportunities currently open in our database.
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ITM–DGD Predoctoral Research Training Grants 2027 (Antwerp)
ITM–DGD Predoctoral Research Training Grants 2027 (Antwerp): Three to six months: Antwerp living allowance €28/day, housing allowance, training bench fee €1,470/month, return ticket, insurance €63/month and €200 indirect travel costs.. Deadline: 1 February 2027 at 17:00 Belgian time.
FWO PhD Fellowship Fundamental Research 2027
FWO PhD Fellowship Fundamental Research 2027: Starting grant €2,700/month at zero seniority, September 2026 index. Deadline: Opens 3 December 2026; closes 1 March 2027 at 17:00 CET.
Government of Flanders Master Mind Scholarships for International Students
This program offers scholarships to outstanding international students for Master's programs in Flanders and Brussels. Aimed at promoting Flanders as a top study destination, it attracts talented individuals globally.
Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme (AKF ISP)
The AKF ISP is for outstanding scholars from selected countries who have no other means of financing their studies, to pursue postgraduate education. It is structured as half grant and half loan, with repayment starting six months after gra
KU Leuven Scholarship for Central and South America
This scholarship is for outstanding students from Central and South America who want to pursue a Master's or Advanced Master's degree at KU Leuven. It provides a full tuition fee waiver and an allowance for the duration of the program.
Master Mind Scholarships
The Master Mind Scholarships are for excellent international students pursuing Master's programs in Flanders and Brussels. It is an initiative of the Flemish government to attract top talent.
KU Leuven Scholarship for Africa
This scholarship targets talented students from African countries who wish to pursue a Master's program at KU Leuven. The initiative aims to promote education and development in Africa.
KU Leuven ASEAN Scholarship
Specifically designed for students from ASEAN member countries, this scholarship supports their studies at KU Leuven. It fosters academic exchange and strengthens ties with the ASEAN region.
European Commission Blue Book Traineeship (Belgium)
Paid 5-month traineeship at the European Commission in Brussels and Luxembourg, open to graduates of any nationality including African countries — two intakes per year.
Schuman Traineeship at the European Parliament
Paid 5-month traineeship at the European Parliament in Brussels, Luxembourg or liaison offices — open to graduates from any country including African nationals.
Inspiring the Outstanding Scholarship for International Students at KU Leuven
The Inspiring the Outstanding Scholarship at KU Leuven offers full funding for international students pursuing eligible Master’s programs. This merit-based scholarship supports exceptional individuals with strong academic performance and leadership potential.
ARES Scholarships (French-speaking Belgium)
ARES Scholarships (French-speaking Belgium) are fully funded opportunities for Master's and short courses, with applications due in February for September intake. The official website is under redevelopment, so applicants should check the new site for updated information.
KU Leuven Master Mind Scholarships
The Flemish Ministry of Education and Training offers Master Mind Scholarships for Master's programs in Flanders and Brussels. This scholarship provides a grant of €10,225 and a tuition fee waiver per academic year. The call for the academic year 2026-2027 is now closed. There are reserved scholarships for students from priority countries: Japan (3), Mexico (3), Palestine (2) and USA (5). Each Flemish higher education institution can submit a maximum of 20 applications. The scholarship duration is one or two academic years depending on the ECTS of the master's programme. It cannot be combined with other specific scholarships (Flemish Government, Erasmus+, BAEF, Fullbright).
VLIR-UOS ICP Connect Scholarships
VLIR-UOS ICP Connect Scholarships offer fully funded opportunities for students from eligible developing countries to pursue Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Belgium.
Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Early-Career African Researchers
The Coimbra Group offers scholarships to early-career African researchers for short-term research stays at Coimbra Group universities.
IMSOGLO Master’s Degree Scholarship for Study in Belgium
The IMSOGLO Master Program is a full master’s degree scholarship for applicants of all nationalities looking to study in Belgium., Post a Comment
Gulu University IUC Agri-food Systems PhD Scholarships
Gulu University Institutional University Cooperation Project: 13 four-year sandwich PhD scholarship places; itemized financial coverage not stated in the official call. Eligibility and application conditions apply.
International Master in Contemporary Challenges in the World of Work (WOCC)
The International Master in Contemporary Challenges in the World of Work (WOCC) is a unique, interdisciplinary, bilingual, and international program dedicated to studying the contemporary transformations of the world of work and employment. This master's program combines academic rigor, international openness, and practical relevance to train future experts in the field. The program emphasizes understanding global dynamics, analyzing public policies, studying contemporary issues such as sustainability, diversity, mental health, and digital transformation, and developing critical analytical skills adapted to the evolving job market. It aims to develop both specialized researchers, public policy analysts, and field practitioners. The program is fully funded and involves international mobility across three countries. Graduates receive multiple diplomas from the consortium and partner universities. The application phase is currently closed. For eligibility, candidates need a first-cycle university degree in relevant fields and B2 level language proficiency in French and English/Spanish. No specific dates or documents are listed, advising applicants to check the official website. Master in Contemporary Challenges in the World of Work (WOCC) is fully funded, taught primarily at the Université de Lille, with mobility to five other campuses associated with the consortium, which represents Canada, Argentina, Belgium, Spain, Italy, and France. Applicants are expected to have a bachelor's degree. The program is currently closed to new applications. The languages of instruction are French and English, or Spanish. Applicants must be B2 level in both languages of instruction. This is a fully funded Masters program. Potential candidates for this Masters would have a prior degree from a university in Social Sciences, Law, Economic Sciences, and Humanities or show equivalent professional experience. The application phase has now closed. Once the program starts, the first and fourth semesters take place in Lille, France. The second and third semesters take place in other host universities. There are specific language requirements as teaching is in two languages: French and English or Spanish. The selection criteria are not listed. However, potential candidates would have a strong academic record, demonstrate their language skills, and express their motivation for the Master in Contemporary Challenges in the World of Work (WOCC). There are no specific deadlines yet listed as the applications for this program have closed. The program aims to train future researchers, public policy analysts, and practitioners for NGOs or other organizations working on employment and labor law. There are no documents specified. It is an Erasmus Mundus Master program, and applicants should carefully read all sections of the admissions page and application before submitting their application, whenever that may be. The program states that all applicants should be aware of possible travel and visa requirements. The program aims to create the next generation of social sciences scholars to address emerging challenges in society.
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