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Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP)

Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs via Nuffic

Netherlands

What it covers

Travel costs, accommodation, tuition fees, living allowance, visa, insurance, thesis research

Stipend / amount

Living allowance included

Deadline

Varies

Important: NFP is currently being phased out. You must apply directly through a Dutch higher education institution. Contact your chosen Dutch university for current NFP availability. 50% of budget reserved for Sub-Saharan Africa. 50% for women.

Level

Masters, PhD, Short courses

Eligibility

Open to
All African countries (and additional eligibility may apply)

Fields of study

Development-related fields · Food security · Private sector development · All fields with development focus

Requirements

  • National of and currently living and working in an eligible NFP country
  • Nominated by your employer
  • Employer must continue paying your salary during study
  • Already admitted to a Dutch institution for an NFP-listed course
  • Must return to same or equivalent position after study
  • Note: NFP is being phased out — verify current status with your chosen Dutch university

Apply

Varies — Important: NFP is currently being phased out. You must apply directly through a Dutch higher education institution. Contact your chosen Dutch university for current NFP availability. 50% of budget reserved for Sub-Saharan Africa. 50% for women.

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