UNESCO Poland Fellowship Program 2025 | Fully Funded in Europe

UNESCO Poland Fellowship Program 2025 | Fully Funded Fellowship in Europe

Looking for a golden opportunity to study in Europe for free? The UNESCO Poland Fellowship Program 2025 is back—offering young professionals from developing countries a fully funded chance to boost their skills in science, engineering, and technology, all while living in Poland.

This fellowship is a collaboration between UNESCO and the Government of Poland, aiming to strengthen human capacity in developing nations. The program fosters global networking, intercultural understanding, and scientific collaboration by bringing together talented individuals from around the world.

A Global Platform for Young Engineers & Scientists

This prestigious international fellowship will take place at the renowned AGH University of Krakow in Poland. Through the UNESCO/Poland Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme, 28 young talents will receive the chance to immerse themselves in a six-month academic and cultural experience in Europe—from October 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026.

The initiative specifically targets youth in engineering and related scientific fields. With full financial support, fellows will engage in hands-on research, share ideas, and build networks that could spark innovation in their home countries.

Program Goals

Strengthen engineering and scientific expertise in developing countries
Foster cross-cultural understanding and international cooperation
Enhance participants’ research and technical skills
Promote youth leadership and innovation in STEM

Fellowship Location

Country: Poland
Host University: AGH University of Krakow
Program Duration: 6 months (Oct 2025 – Mar 2026)

Available Fields of Study

Applicants can choose up to three project areas from the following:

Biomedical Engineering
Computer and Information Sciences
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Environmental Engineering, Mining and Energy
Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Sociology

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the UNESCO Poland Fellowship 2025, applicants must:

Be under 32 years of age
Be proficient in English
Be a citizen of one of the eligible countries (including regions in Africa, Asia, the Arab States, the Caribbean, and Latin America)
Hold a Bachelor’s degree (minimum 4 years) or Master’s in a relevant field
Be committed to contributing to their home country’s development

What Does the Fellowship Cover?

This fully funded European fellowship includes:

Free tuition and full access to university facilities
Monthly stipend:
- 1800 PLN (approx. $450) for Bachelor’s level
- 2200 PLN (approx. $550) for Master’s level
Arrival allowance: 1800–2200 PLN to cover health check-ups, seminars, and cultural activities
Free round-trip airfare to and from Poland
Health insurance coverage
A one-time special allowance of $120

Required Documents

Completed UNESCO Fellowship Application Form
Recent medical certificate
Passport-sized photograph
Certified copies of academic degrees (translated in English)
English language proficiency certificate
Two recommendation letters

Application Process

Check eligibility: Confirm your country is on the eligible list.
Choose up to 3 research projects and rank them by priority.
Contact your country’s National Commission for UNESCO to get endorsed.
Submit your application and documents to:
agh.poland@unesco.org
CC: uniune25@agh.edu.pl and Fellowships.Engineering@unesco.pl
Register through the Fellowship e-registration portal.

Deadline to Apply: May 12, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply