The UNESCO/POLAND Co-Sponsored Fellowships in Engineering offer an exceptional opportunity for emerging engineers and scientists from developing nations to conduct advanced research at prestigious Polish technical universities. This program, jointly administered by UNESCO and the Polish National Commission for UNESCO, aims to:
- Enhance technical expertise in cutting-edge engineering fields (e.g., renewable energy, AI, sustainable infrastructure)
- Foster international research collaboration
- Address global development challenges through engineering innovation
Host Institutions:
- Warsaw University of Technology (Top-ranked engineering school in Poland)
- AGH University of Science and Technology (Krakรณw)
- Gdaลsk University of Technology
(Specific placement depends on research topic and supervisor availability)
Eligibility:
Mandatory Requirements:
Academic Background:
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in engineering or related technical field
- Current enrollment in a PhD program OR minimum 2 years of research/professional experience
Geographic Criteria:
- Africa (21 Countries): Angola, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Cรดte dโIvoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Kenya, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, The Comoros, Seychelles, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia
- Arab States (2 Countries): Bahrain, Iraq
- Asia and the Pacific (22 Countries): Bhutan, Brunei Darussalam, Fiji, Independent State of Samoa, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Nauru, Pakistan, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of Kiribati, Republic of Maldives, Tajikistan, Thailand, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Viet Nam
- Latin America and the Caribbean (12 Countries): Barbados, Cuba, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Haiti, Jamaica, Mexico, Peru, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, The Bahamas
Language Proficiency:
- English (TOEFL 550/IELTS 6.0+) OR Polish (if research requires)
Research Alignment:
- The proposal must address priority engineering areas (see official guidelines)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Institutional support letter confirming post-fellowship knowledge transfer
Benefits:
- Monthly Stipend:
- $1,500 (living expenses, adjusted for Polish cost of living)
- Travel Costs:
- Round-trip economy airfare (home country โ Poland
- Tuition & Fees:
- Full waiver at host university
- Accommodation:
- University dormitory or housing allowance
- Insurance:
- Comprehensive health coverage for the fellowship duration
- Research Support:
- Lab access, academic materials, and conference participation funding (up to $500)
How to Apply?
Step-by-Step Process:
- Prepare Documents:
A. Completed the UNESCO application form
B. Detailed research proposal (3-5 pages) including:
i. Objectives
ii. Methodology
iii. Expected outcomes for the home country
C. Certified academic transcripts/degrees
D. Two recommendation letters (academic/professional)
E. Language proficiency proof - Submission:
- Email all materials to unesco.poland-fellowships@unesco.org
- CC: relevant National Commission for UNESCO
Contact Information:
- Email: [unesco.poland-fellowships@unesco.org]
- Phone: [+33 1 45 68 10 00] (UNESCO Paris HQ)
For more information, visit the official website.
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