Partially Funded Scholarships for International Students at the Swedish Defence University in Sweden

The Swedish Defence University offers several of partially funded scholarships for courses, which requires the payment of fees. You can apply for:

• The UHR Scholarship
• The scholarship is aimed for newly admitted students.
• The Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP)
• In 2023 the Swedish Institute will grant about 350 scholarships for master’s degree studies in Sweden.
• The scholarship is intended for a full-time, one- or two-year master’s programme, and is funded by the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs. 

• If you get one of these scholarships, you will have:
• The UHR Scholarship
• Used to pay all or part of the tuition fees.
• The scholarship Not covering accommodation or other suchlike costs.
• SISGP scholarship
• Full tuition fee coverage. 
• A monthly payment of SEK 11,000 to cover your living expenses throughout the study period.
• Insurance against illness and accidents.
• Travel grant of SEK 15,000 for the entire study period.
• As a member of the SI Alumni Network, you get a unique opportunity for continued networking and professional development.

To be eligible for the UHR Scholarship: 

• The scholarship programme is aimed at well-qualified students from countries, other than EU/EEA countries and Switzerland, who wish to study at Swedish universities or colleges.
• Only applicants in the current application round can apply for the scholarship.

To be eligible for the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals:

• You must be admitted to one of the eligible master's programs by 30 of March 2023.
• You should have a clear idea of how your education will contribute to the sustainable development of your home country and region.
• You must have a minimum of 3,000 hours of demonstrated work experience. 
• Work experience within the fields in line with the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development will be prioritized.
• You must complete your application in English.
• You are not eligible if have already resided in Sweden for cumulatively two years or more, prior to the scholarship period (starting August 2023).

About the Swedish Defence University (SEDU):

The Swedish Defence University (SEDU) aims to be an instrument for change in the fields of Defence and Security Policy. Through the development of new knowledge and by offering education and training, it makes an active contribution to shape the future of defense. The Swedish Defence University is Sweden's leading resource in, and first choice for, education, training and research in the management of crisis, war and periods of tension in the leadership of both civil and military agencies. It is an accredited institution for academic education for military and civilian students and researchers where different experiences, approaches and traditions come together. Its mission is to generate and disseminate knowledge in the areas of defense, crisis management and security. 

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