VLIR-UOS Scholarships for Developing Countries

VLIR-UOS Scholarships for Developing Countries: VLIR-UOS awards scholarships to students from developing countries so that they can follow a training and master’s programme in Belgium.

These scholarships cover all related expenses. Every year, VLIR-UOS awards up to 180 scholarships to first-year master’s students and 70 scholarships to training participants

VLIR-UOS Scholarships for Developing Countries: Empowering Global Education

About VLIR-UOS Scholarships:

VLIR-UOS is dedicated to providing opportunities for students from developing countries to pursue training and master's programs in Belgium. These scholarships aim to support capacity-building and knowledge exchange for sustainable development.

Scholarship Coverage:

- Full coverage of all related expenses

- Up to 180 scholarships for first-year master's students

- 70 scholarships for training participants

Master's Programs:

- Duration: One or two academic years

- Focus: Addressing specific issues prevalent in developing countries

- Goal: Equipping graduates to apply acquired knowledge in their home institutions and countries

Scholarships for Developing Countries: Application and Selection Procedure

Applicants applying both for academic admission and for a VLIR-UOS scholarship need to consider both the admission requirements and the scholarship criteria.

Applicants applying for academic admission but not for a scholarship, simply need to consider the admission requirements from the host university where the programme is organised.

The host university is in charge of the academic admission of applications.

Study results will be taken into consideration during the selection but relevant professional experience and prospects for applying the acquired insights after return to the country are the most important academic selection criteria.

The academic admission requirements are specific for every programme.

Consult the requirements from the programme you choose at the list of programmes of

The scholarship selection is carried out by a joint selection commission of VLIR-UOS and the host university.

The host university – not the applicant! – forwards the applications for a scholarship to the VLIR-UOS secretariat after the academic admission.

The VLIR-UOS scholarship criteria are taken into consideration.

These criteria consist of, on the one hand, qualification criteria which need to be fulfilled in any case by all scholarship applicants and, on the other hand, of selection criteria that are evaluated by the selection committee.

The VLIR-UOS scholarship criteria can be found in a download at the bottom of this page.

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement of receipt of their application.

Applicants, who are accepted both academically and for the scholarship, will be contacted by e-mail by VLIR-UOS and the host university.

Applicants who are not selected academically will be informed by the host university.

Eligible Countries:

The VLIR-UOS scholarships are available to students from a wide range of developing countries. A detailed list of eligible countries is provided on the official VLIR-UOS website.

Scholarships for Developing Countries: Eligible Countries in Africa

Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Scholarships for Developing Countries: Application Deadlines

Master’s programme: 1 February. Training programme: 1 February except the training about the Great Lakes (30 November).

Selection Procedure:

1. Application Submission: Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official VLIR-UOS platform.

2. Review and Evaluation: A thorough review and evaluation process will be conducted to assess the merit and suitability of each application.

3. Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must meet specified eligibility criteria, including citizenship from eligible developing countries.

4. Interviews: Shortlisted candidates may be invited for interviews to further assess their qualifications and commitment.

5. Final Selection: The final selection will be based on a comprehensive evaluation of academic achievements, relevant experience, and potential impact in the home country.

How to Apply:

1. Visit the VLIR-UOS scholarship portal [www.vliruos.be] to access the application form.

2. Complete the application form with accurate and relevant information.

3. Ensure all required documents are attached.

4. Submit the application within the specified deadline.

For more information and scholarship application, see; VLIR-UOS Scholarships for Developing Countries Website