UNESCO/Poland Co-Sponsored Fellowships in Engineering 2025
- Omran Aburayya
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
If you're a student or early-career professional from a developing country seeking to enhance your expertise in science, technology, or engineering, the UNESCO/Poland Co-Sponsored Fellowships in Engineering 2025 present an exceptional opportunity. Applications are now open for this fully funded six-month research fellowship at the AGH University of Krakow in Poland. This program is designed to foster international collaboration and build capacity in critical STEM fields.
🗒️ Fellowship Summary
Location: Krakow, Poland
Host Institution: AGH University of Krakow, UNESCO AGH Chair
Academic Level: Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD students
Target Group: Citizens of 57 eligible developing countries across Africa, Arab States, Asia & the Pacific, and Latin America & the Caribbean
Fields of Study: Science, Technology, and Engineering
Funding: Fully funded (includes tuition, monthly stipend, travel, health insurance, and more)
Duration: 6 months
Application Deadline: May 12, 2025 (Midnight Paris time)
Start Date: October 1, 2025
Eligible To: Applicants under 35 years old with a completed undergraduate degree
🎓 Fellowship Overview
The UNESCO/Poland Co-Sponsored Fellowships aim to strengthen human resource capacities in developing countries by offering 28 fellowships for research in science, technology, and engineering. Hosted by the AGH University of Krakow, the program provides fellows with the opportunity to engage in individual research projects aligned with their academic and professional interests. The fellowship runs from October 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026.
🎁 Fellowship Benefits
Covered by Polish Authorities:
Free tuition & access to university facilities
Monthly stipend:
- 1,500 PLN for BSc degree holders
- 2,200 PLN for MSc degree holders
One-time special allowance upon arrival:
- 1,500 PLN for BSc degree holders
- 2,200 PLN for MSc degree holders
Covered by UNESCO:
Round-trip airfare (most direct and economical route)
Health insurance (up to $50,000 USD)
One-time pocket allowance of $120 USD
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Citizenship of one of the 57 eligible developing countries
Age under 35 years
Completed undergraduate degree in a relevant field
Proficiency in English (no formal test required)
Strong motivation to conduct research in science, technology, or engineering
🌏 Eligible Countries
To see eligible countries, refere to this PDF document
📝 Application Procedure
1. Review Eligibility: Confirm that your country is listed among the eligible Member States.
2. Select Research Projects: Choose up to three preferred research projects from the list provided by the Polish authorities
3. Contact National Commission: Reach out to your country's National Commission for UNESCO to inquire about the national application procedures.
4. Prepare Application Documents:
Completed UNESCO fellowship application form (in English, using capital letters)
Copy of passport
Passport-sized photograph
Certified copies of academic degrees (with Apostille or official legalization)
UNESCO certificate of language knowledge (if English is not your mother tongue)
5. Submit Application: Send your complete application to your National Commission for UNESCO. They will review and forward endorsed applications to UNESCO by May 12, 2025.
ℹ️ Additional Information
For detailed information, including the list of eligible countries, research project descriptions, and application forms, visit the official UNESCO fellowship page.
For inquiries, contact: agh.poland@unesco.org
🔗 OFFICIAL LINK
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