Hey future researchers and scholars! Are you deeply passionate about Africa-oriented studies and currently affiliated with a university or research centre in one of the Nordic countries? Then get ready, because the Nordic Africa Institute’s Nordic Scholarship Programme 2026 could be the incredible opportunity you’ve been waiting for!
This isn’t your typical undergraduate bursary in South Africa, but a fantastic, fully funded programme designed for Master’s students, PhD candidates, and postdoctoral researchers. It allows you to spend a month diving deep into African research right at the prestigious Nordic Africa Institute in Uppsala, Sweden. If your studies focus on Africa and you’re based in Sweden, Finland, Denmark, or Iceland, keep reading – this could be your next big academic adventure!
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the Nordic Africa Institute’s Nordic Scholarship Programme, you need to meet a few key requirements:
- You must be a Master’s student, PhD candidate, or a postdoctoral researcher.
- Your field of study should be in the social sciences or humanities.
- While your citizenship doesn’t matter, you MUST be affiliated with a university or research centre in Sweden, Finland, Denmark, or Iceland.
- Your studies or research must be specifically Africa-oriented.
What Does It Cover?
This scholarship is designed to support your research journey comprehensively during your one-month stay. Here’s what you can expect:
- Travel Expenses: Your travel from your residential address (in Sweden, Finland, Denmark, or Iceland) to Uppsala and back will be covered, using the least expensive fare.
- Accommodation: You’ll receive free, centrally located accommodation in Uppsala.
- Subsistence Allowance: You’ll get a daily allowance of SEK 400 (Swedish Kronor) to cover your living costs.
- Workspace: You’ll have access to a dedicated workspace, including a computer, in a shared office at the Institute.
- Research Support: Free photocopying up to a maximum of 1,000 copies is also included to assist with your research.
Please note: The scholarship does NOT cover health care insurance or any other types of personal insurance, so make sure you have appropriate coverage.
How to Apply?
Ready to take your Africa-oriented research to the next level? Applying for the Nordic Africa Institute’s Nordic Scholarship Programme is straightforward. All the details and the application portal can be found on their official webpage. Make sure you get all your documents in order and submit your application before the closing date!
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to deepen your research in a supportive and stimulating environment. Click the link below to visit the official page and apply:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Nordic Africa Institute’s Nordic Scholarship Programme
If this incredible research opportunity in the Nordics sounds like your ideal next step, don’t wait — apply now and dive into your Africa-oriented studies! And remember, Bursaries Room is always here to help you find more funding opportunities for your academic and research journey, whether locally or internationally!
