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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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