Hey future language maestros! Are you dreaming of a career where you bridge communication gaps on a global stage? If you’re an EU national or from a candidate country with a passion for conference interpreting, then listen up! We’ve found an awesome international bursary opportunity that could help you fund your Master’s or postgraduate studies for the 2025-2026 academic year.
While Bursaries Room primarily focuses on opportunities for South African students, we occasionally highlight fantastic international bursaries like this one for Conference Interpreting. This bursary is designed to support talented individuals pursuing a Master’s or postgraduate qualification in Conference Interpreting, covering a significant portion of your enrolment fees. Let’s dive in and see if this is your golden ticket!
This bursary offers financial assistance for students enrolled in Master’s or postgraduate courses in Conference Interpreting for the 2025-2026 academic year. It’s a single payment designed to cover your enrolment fees (tuition and/or administrative fees), up to a maximum of €3,000 (that’s about R60,000+ depending on exchange rates!). Imagine having that much taken care of – pretty sweet, right?
Who Can Apply?
This bursary has specific criteria, so make sure you tick all the boxes:
- You must be a national of an EU Member State or one of the candidate countries.
- You already hold a university degree or an equivalent qualification, OR you’re in the final year of a degree course that will lead to one.
- You have applied or plan to apply for a full Master’s or postgraduate course in Conference Interpreting for the 2025-2026 academic year at a recognised university. (If your course is longer than one year, you must be a final-year student to be eligible).
- You are required to pay an enrolment fee (tuition and/or administrative) for the 2025-2026 academic year.
- Your chosen language profile for the course aligns with the preferential profiles detailed in the official call for applications.
What Does It Cover?
This bursary is super straightforward with its coverage! If successful, you’ll receive a single payment equivalent to your enrolment fees (tuition and/or administrative fees) for the 2025-2026 academic year, with a maximum cap of €3,000. Just remember, the payment will be made directly to your bank account, so make sure your banking details match your personal data on the application form.
How to Apply?
Ready to make your interpreting dreams a reality? Here’s how to get your application in:
- All applications must be submitted electronically via the SPIRIT platform. No email or postal applications will be accepted!
- Make sure your application includes all the documents listed in Section 3 of the official call document, titled “How to apply for a bursary”. You’ll get one reminder if only a single document is missing.
- The official deadline for applications is Friday, 26 September 2025, at midnight (Brussels time). Don’t be late!
- Pro-Tip: If your university aptitude test happens after this deadline, you can still apply! Just upload all documents except the “university information form” initially.
- For full details on admissibility and eligibility, and to find the link to the SPIRIT platform, you must check the official “Call for applications – Bursaries for Conference Interpreting students 2025-2026” document. This document is your go-to guide for everything you need!
If you’re an EU or candidate country national passionate about Conference Interpreting and meet the criteria, this is an incredible opportunity to get financial support for your studies! Don’t let this chance slip away. Read the official call document carefully, gather your papers, and apply before the deadline. While you’re here, why not explore more fantastic bursaries on Bursaries Room for future opportunities?
