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Fully funded master’s scholarships

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Scholarship · 2027

Master by Research Stipend Scholarship in Biomedical Research Project

RMIT University

Master by Research scholarship supporting a breath-based diagnostic platform using pattern recognition and machine learning for non-invasive disease monitoring.

Master by Research scholarship supporting a breath-based diagnostic platform using pattern recognition and machine learning for non-invasive disease monitoring.

DestinationAustraliaStudy levelMaster’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byDec 31, 2027
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Scholarship · Next annual or monthly application round

Te Herenga Waka Māori Master's by Thesis Scholarship

Victoria University of Wellington

Full-time award provides NZD 15,000 for one year plus domestic tuition and levies for 120 points. Approved part-time awards are prorated over two years. Māori candidates eligible to enrol for a Master's thesis or portfolio of at least 90 points by Trimester 2 of the following year; 60-point dissertations excluded. Selection considers achievement, experience and research importance.

Full-time award provides NZD 15,000 for one year plus domestic tuition and levies for 120 points. Approved part-time awards are prorated over two years. Māori candidates eligible to enrol for a Master's thesis or portfolio of at least 90 points by Trimester 2 of the following year; 60-point dissertations excluded. Selection considers achievement, experience and research importance.

DestinationNew ZealandStudy levelMaster’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 1, 2026
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Wellington Master's by Thesis Scholarship

Victoria University of Wellington

One-year NZD 15,000 tax-free stipend plus domestic tuition for 120 points; international students except Australians pay the fee difference. Full-time Master's thesis or portfolio worth at least 90 points; normally Honours or Master's Part 1 with GPA at least 7.0. Domestic and international applicants eligible.

One-year NZD 15,000 tax-free stipend plus domestic tuition for 120 points; international students except Australians pay the fee difference. Full-time Master's thesis or portfolio worth at least 90 points; normally Honours or Master's Part 1 with GPA at least 7.0. Domestic and international applicants eligible.

DestinationNew ZealandStudy levelMaster’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 1, 2026
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Scholarship · 2027-2028

UM NL Social Justice Scholarship

Maastricht University

Scholarship for an eligible Globalisation and Law master's applicant with strong academic results and a record of work supporting human rights or the rule of law. Support covers tuition, living costs and specified study expenses for 13 months.

Scholarship for an eligible Globalisation and Law master's applicant with strong academic results and a record of work supporting human rights or the rule of law. Support covers tuition, living costs and specified study expenses for 13 months.

DestinationNetherlandsStudy levelMaster’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byFeb 1, 2027
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Scholarship · 2027 Postgraduate Intake

University of Cape Town Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, 2027 Postgraduate Intake

University of Cape Town

University of Cape Town 2027 Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program for eligible African citizens seeking an eligible taught postgraduate diploma, honours or coursework master's degree. Applicants must first apply for UCT admission, then complete the scholarship application. Postgraduate scholarship applications close 31 October 2026, subject to any earlier faculty admission deadline.

University of Cape Town 2027 Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program for eligible African citizens seeking an eligible taught postgraduate diploma, honours or coursework master's degree. Applicants must first apply for UCT admission, then complete the scholarship application. Postgraduate scholarship applications close 31 October 2026, subject to any earlier faculty admission deadline.

DestinationSouth AfricaStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byOct 31, 2026
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Scholarship · Academic Year 2027/28

SEARCA Full Master's and PhD Scholarships, Academic Year 2027/28

Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA)

The SEARCA Full Master's and PhD Scholarships for academic year 2027/28 fund eligible nationals of SEAMEO member countries who are regular employees of academic/research institutions or government agencies pursuing agriculture and rural-development graduate degrees at six specified universities in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia or the Philippines. Applicants must first submit to their national Ministry of (Higher) Education by 31 October 2026. Only ministry-endorsed shortlisted applicants submit on SEARCA iSCHO in December 2026.

The SEARCA Full Master's and PhD Scholarships for academic year 2027/28 fund eligible nationals of SEAMEO member countries who are regular employees of academic/research institutions or government agencies pursuing agriculture and rural-development graduate degrees at six specified universities in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia or the Philippines. Applicants must first submit to their national Ministry of (Higher) Education by 31 October 2026. Only ministry-endorsed shortlisted applicants submit on SEARCA iSCHO in December 2026.

DestinationIndonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, PhilippinesStudy levelMaster’s, DoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
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Scholarship · 2027 entry application cycle

Melbourne Humanitarian Access Scholarship

The University of Melbourne

University of Melbourne scholarship for eligible international humanitarian visa applicants or holders in Australia who meet entry requirements for an undergraduate or graduate coursework degree.

University of Melbourne scholarship for eligible international humanitarian visa applicants or holders in Australia who meet entry requirements for an undergraduate or graduate coursework degree.

DestinationAustraliaStudy levelUndergraduate, Master’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 30, 2026
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Scholarship · 2026 application cycle

Alex Chernov Scholarship

The University of Melbourne

Scholarship for high-achieving international students from India entering a masters degree in the Melbourne Law Masters program for the 2027 start-year intake.

Scholarship for high-achieving international students from India entering a masters degree in the Melbourne Law Masters program for the 2027 start-year intake.

DestinationAustraliaStudy levelMaster’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 30, 2026
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Scholarship · 2027 Human Rights Scholarship

Human Rights Scholarship

The University of Melbourne

Graduate research scholarship for domestic and international students undertaking research in human rights at the University of Melbourne.

Graduate research scholarship for domestic and international students undertaking research in human rights at the University of Melbourne.

DestinationAustraliaStudy levelMaster’s, DoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
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Scholarship · 2026 application cycle

Understanding business expectations and decisions

Macquarie University

Macquarie University offers a funded graduate research scholarship examining how Australian businesses form expectations, perceive uncertainty and make key decisions.

Macquarie University offers a funded graduate research scholarship examining how Australian businesses form expectations, perceive uncertainty and make key decisions.

DestinationAustraliaStudy levelDoctoral, Master’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
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Scholarship · Session 1 2027

International Road to Research Scholarship

Macquarie University

International onshore Master of Research scholarship for Session 1 2027 at Macquarie University.

International onshore Master of Research scholarship for Session 1 2027 at Macquarie University.

DestinationAustraliaStudy levelMaster’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
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Funding · 2027 Round 1

University of Waikato Research Masters Scholarship, 2027 Round 1

University of Waikato

Research-master's scholarship of up to NZD 15,000 for students undertaking a 90- or 120-point 500-level thesis as part of their first master's degree.

Research-master's scholarship of up to NZD 15,000 for students undertaking a 90- or 120-point 500-level thesis as part of their first master's degree.

DestinationNew ZealandStudy levelMaster’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
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Scholarship · 2027 funding cycle

DAAD Study Scholarships – Master Studies for All Academic Disciplines

German Academic Exchange Service

DAAD Study Scholarships for Master Studies in All Academic Disciplines support eligible graduates undertaking a complete postgraduate degree in Germany beginning in the 2027 academic cycle.

DAAD Study Scholarships for Master Studies in All Academic Disciplines support eligible graduates undertaking a complete postgraduate degree in Germany beginning in the 2027 academic cycle.

DestinationGermanyStudy levelMaster’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 16, 2026
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Scholarship · 2027 funding cycle

DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Programme – Public Policy and Good Governance

German Academic Exchange Service

The DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Programme supports qualified graduates from developing and emerging countries in selected master's programmes focused on public policy, governance, and administration.

The DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Programme supports qualified graduates from developing and emerging countries in selected master's programmes focused on public policy, governance, and administration.

DestinationGermanyStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byNov 16, 2026
Source visited 29 Jul 2026 · Evidence incompleteOfficial source
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KAUST Visiting Student Research Program - Rolling

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

Year-round KAUST research internships lasting two to six months for eligible senior undergraduate and Master's STEM students.

Year-round KAUST research internships lasting two to six months for eligible senior undergraduate and Master's STEM students.

DestinationSaudi ArabiaStudy levelUndergraduate, Master’sFundingFully fundedApply byRolling deadline
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Scholarship · 2027–28

Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship - 2027–28

Maastricht University

Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship 2027–28 at Maastricht University.

Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship 2027–28 at Maastricht University.

DestinationNetherlandsStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byDec 8, 2026
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Scholarship · September 2026 entry

BE-ST Accelerate to Zero Postgraduate Scholarship – September 2026 - September 2026 entry

University of Strathclyde

The official Strathclyde page confirms full tuition fees, an official application form and a deadline of 31 October 2026.

The official Strathclyde page confirms full tuition fees, an official application form and a deadline of 31 October 2026.

DestinationUnited KingdomStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byOct 31, 2026
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Scholarship · 2027

Rhodes Scholarship — 2027

Rhodes Trust

A fully funded scholarship from Rhodes Trust. Fully funded postgraduate study at the University of Oxford, subject to official award terms.

A fully funded scholarship from Rhodes Trust. Fully funded postgraduate study at the University of Oxford, subject to official award terms.

DestinationUnited KingdomStudy levelMaster’s, DoctoralFundingFully fundedApply byDeadline to be confirmed
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Scholarship · August 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MSc Sustainable and Green Finance

National University of Singapore

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MSc Sustainable and Green Finance is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for August 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MSc Sustainable and Green Finance is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for August 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationSingaporeStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byNov 15, 2026
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Scholarship · October 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master of Public Policy, International Program

The University of Tokyo

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master of Public Policy, International Program is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for October 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master of Public Policy, International Program is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for October 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byDec 31, 2026
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Scholarship · October 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master of Public Policy MP1 or MP2

National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master of Public Policy MP1 or MP2 is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for October 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master of Public Policy MP1 or MP2 is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for October 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byNov 30, 2026
Source visited 29 Jul 2026 · Evidence incompleteOfficial source
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Scholarship · September 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Asia Pacific Studies or International Cooperation Policy

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Asia Pacific Studies or International Cooperation Policy is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Asia Pacific Studies or International Cooperation Policy is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byJan 31, 2027
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Scholarship · 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master in Public Policy

National University of Singapore

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master in Public Policy is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master in Public Policy is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationSingaporeStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byDec 15, 2026
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Scholarship · September 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master in Economics

Ritsumeikan University

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master in Economics is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master in Economics is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byDec 31, 2026
Source visited 29 Jul 2026 · Evidence incompleteOfficial source
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Scholarship · August 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Approved University of Hawaiʻi Master's Fields

East–West Center

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Approved University of Hawaiʻi Master's Fields is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for August 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Approved University of Hawaiʻi Master's Fields is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for August 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationUnited StatesStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byDec 1, 2026
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Scholarship · September 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Asian Public Policy Program

Hitotsubashi University

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Asian Public Policy Program is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Asian Public Policy Program is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byJan 10, 2027
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Scholarship · 2027–2028 entry

Gates Cambridge Scholarship – International Round

Gates Cambridge Trust

Gates Cambridge Scholarship – International Round supports outstanding applicants from outside the United Kingdom undertaking an eligible full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge. Applicants from eligible countries outside the United Kingdom apply through the international funding round.

Gates Cambridge Scholarship – International Round supports outstanding applicants from outside the United Kingdom undertaking an eligible full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge. Applicants from eligible countries outside the United Kingdom apply through the international funding round.

DestinationUnited KingdomStudy levelMaster’s, DoctoralFundingFully fundedApply byDec 8, 2026
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Scholarship · October 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MA International Public Policy

University of Tsukuba

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MA International Public Policy is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for October 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MA International Public Policy is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for October 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byMar 31, 2027
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Scholarship · September 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Systems Engineering and Design Management

Keio University

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Systems Engineering and Design Management is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Systems Engineering and Design Management is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byJan 31, 2027
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Scholarship · April 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master of Economics

Keio University

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master of Economics is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for April 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Master of Economics is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for April 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byNov 30, 2026
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Scholarship · September 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MSc Engineering or Science

Institute of Science Tokyo

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MSc Engineering or Science is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MSc Engineering or Science is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byNov 30, 2026
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Scholarship · 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MSc Urban Planning or Master of Urban Design

University of Hong Kong

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MSc Urban Planning or Master of Urban Design is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MSc Urban Planning or Master of Urban Design is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationHong KongStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byJan 31, 2027
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Scholarship · July 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MTech Science and Technology

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MTech Science and Technology is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for July 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – MTech Science and Technology is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for July 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationIndiaStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byDec 31, 2026
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Scholarship · September 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Human Security and Environmental Studies

Tohoku University

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Human Security and Environmental Studies is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – Human Security and Environmental Studies is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for September 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byDec 31, 2026
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Scholarship · August 2027 intake

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – NUS MBA

National University of Singapore

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – NUS MBA is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for August 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

ADB–Japan Scholarship Program – NUS MBA is an institution-specific route under the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program for August 2027 intake. Eligible applicants first seek admission through the participating institution, which evaluates applications and forwards scholarship nominations under the ADB programme procedures.

DestinationSingaporeStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byJan 31, 2027
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Scholarship · 2027 entry

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters — 2027

European Commission

A fully funded scholarship from European Commission. Full scholarships may cover participation costs and contribute to travel, visa, and living allowance.

A fully funded scholarship from European Commission. Full scholarships may cover participation costs and contribute to travel, visa, and living allowance.

DestinationEuropean UnionStudy levelMaster’sFundingFully fundedApply byDeadline to be confirmed
Source visited 20 Jul 2026 · Evidence incompleteOfficial source
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Scholarship · 2027/28

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships — 2027

Swiss State Secretariat for Education Research and Innovation

A fully funded scholarship from Swiss State Secretariat for Education Research and Innovation. CHF 2,450 per month for research and eligible arts scholarship categories, subject to official conditions.

A fully funded scholarship from Swiss State Secretariat for Education Research and Innovation. CHF 2,450 per month for research and eligible arts scholarship categories, subject to official conditions.

DestinationSwitzerlandStudy levelMaster’s, DoctoralFundingFully fundedApply byDeadline to be confirmed
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Scholarship · 2027

MEXT Research Students Scholarship — embassy recommendation, 2027

Ministry of Education Culture Sports Science and Technology Japan

The official MEXT 2027 embassy-recommendation route covers research students arriving in April or September/October 2027. Embassies and consulates set country-specific application deadlines and first-screening schedules.

The official MEXT 2027 embassy-recommendation route covers research students arriving in April or September/October 2027. Embassies and consulates set country-specific application deadlines and first-screening schedules.

DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’s, Doctoral, PostdoctoralFundingFully fundedApply byDeadline to be confirmed
Source visited 28 Jul 2026 · Evidence incompleteOfficial source
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Scholarship · 2027 cycle

Türkiye Scholarships — full-time programmes, 2027 cycle

Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities

A full-time Türkiye Scholarships route for associate, bachelor's, master's and PhD study. The official programme page says applications are received every year from 10 January to 20 February; confirm the 2027 dates when announced.

A full-time Türkiye Scholarships route for associate, bachelor's, master's and PhD study. The official programme page says applications are received every year from 10 January to 20 February; confirm the 2027 dates when announced.

DestinationTürkiyeStudy levelUndergraduate, Master’s, DoctoralFundingFully fundedApply byRolling deadline
Source visited 23 Jul 2026 · Evidence incompleteOfficial source
Funding

What the funding actually covers

A full master's package covers international tuition, a monthly living allowance, return airfare and insurance, frequently with a settling-in allowance and thesis or study grant. Where flights or insurance are not listed in the funding components, they are not funded.

Eligibility

Eligibility patterns to check first

  • Nationality restrictions apply to nearly every fully funded master's award.
  • Return-home commitments are standard on government programmes.
  • Work-experience minimums apply to development-focused awards.
  • Many require an admission offer by a stated date after the scholarship deadline.
  • Prior qualifications at the same level frequently disqualify applicants.
Deadlines

How the deadlines work

Fully funded master's deadlines run from October to January for entry the following autumn, roughly eleven months ahead. Treat any award closing later than March as unlikely to be fully funded.

Applying

Application advice for this search

  1. Filter by your own nationality before anything else, since it eliminates most awards immediately.

  2. Choose three to five awards and prepare each to the stated criteria.

  3. Start course applications early where an offer is required.

  4. Confirm the return-home commitment before applying if it affects your plans.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Which fully funded master's scholarships are open to most nationalities?

Erasmus Mundus joint master's programmes and several university-funded awards are among the least nationality-restricted. Chevening, Fulbright, Australia Awards and MEXT all restrict by country, though their combined coverage is wide.

How early should I start a fully funded master's application?

Around fourteen months before your intended start. Deadlines fall roughly eleven months ahead, and references, language tests and course applications need to be in place before that.

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