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Agriculture & Food Security Scholarships for Palestinian and Arab Students

Agriculture scholarships are critical for students committed to food security and rural development in the MENA region. Palestinian students in agricultural science, food systems, and rural development have access to dedicated development-focused scholarships.

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Browse agriculture and food security scholarships for Palestinian and Arab students.

  • FAO and IFAD-linked scholarships specifically target food security and agricultural development.
  • Netherlands (Wageningen University) and Japan are top destinations for agriculture scholarships.
  • Development-focused agriculture scholarships prioritise applicants from food-insecure regions.

Agriculture scholarship tips

  • Frame your application around specific food security or rural development challenges in Palestine or the wider MENA region.
  • Netherlands (Wageningen, NFP scholarships) is a global leader in food and agricultural sciences.
  • International agricultural research centres (ICARDA, CGIAR) offer fellowships for MENA students.

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UWC Maastricht Palestine Scholarship

Living-cost support available
🇵🇸 Palestinian-friendly

NetherlandsHigh School/IB

UWC brings together young people to work towards peace and a sustainable future. International boarding & day school for students aged 4-19. At UWC Maastricht, you’re part of something bigger—a unified school and community within a global movement in transforming education. Join us to celebrate differences, shape the future and create change together. Our Primary School welcomes children aged 4 to 11, inspiring them to come to school each day excited, happy and motivated to learn. At UWC Maastricht, your child will share experiences, ideas and cultures, creating a vibrant space where everyone learns with and from one another. If you’re aged 11 to 19, our Secondary School is ready to welcome you! Each year, 600 students from around the globe come together at UWC Maastricht to learn, connect and work toward peace and a sustainable future. Whether you join as a day student or as part of our boarding community, you’ll become part of a diverse and vibrant international environment where learning extends far beyond the classroom. Join us and be part of the change! Looking for an international learning and living experience? Our Boarding School welcomes students aged 16 to 19 from around

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Taawon Scholarship Programme — Palestinian University Students

Palestinian-focused eligibility
🇵🇸 Palestinian-friendly

PalestineBachelor's, Master's

Taawon's ISNAD programme covers tuition fees so university students in Gaza can resume their studies through distance learning at the major Gaza universities — the Islamic University of Gaza, Al-Azhar University, and Al-Aqsa University, which together serve about 72% of Gaza's students. Priority to final-year students and to fields essential for recovery (health, engineering, education, agriculture) and remote-workable fields (coding, digital marketing).

An-Najah National University — B.A./B.S. in Computer Engineering

Palestinian-focused eligibility
🇵🇸 Palestinian-friendly

PalestineBachelor's, Master's

Offering diverse undergraduate and ‎postgraduate programs through ‎research-based and innovation ‎learning environment. Our courses ‎offer quality educational degrees that ‎align with in-demand market ‎competencies.‎ The initiative aims at upgrading social awareness on safe usage ... The Palestine Laws and Court orders Encyclopaedia "Maqam" provides a ... The University has hundreds of recorded lectures online on various ... An - Najah Life Support Training Center is established to ...

IsDB-ISFD Merit Scholarship Programme for High Technology

Palestinian-focused eligibility
🇵🇸 Palestinian-friendly

Multiple (Isdb Member Countries - 57 Countries)Master's, Bachelor's, PhD, Master, Postdoc, Bachelor

The Islamic Development Bank Merit Scholarship Programme, prominently listed on Minah for Arabic-speaking applicants, funds postgraduate students from IsDB member countries at recognized universities worldwide. The programme supports students in STEM, economics, finance, and development-related fields. Palestinian students from IsDB member country contexts are eligible.

Cornell University Graduate School Fellowship

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United StatesMaster's

The Cornell Graduate School offers fellowships to outstanding admitted PhD students across all colleges: Arts & Sciences, Engineering, Agriculture & Life Sciences, Computing & Information Science, and more. Covers full tuition and stipend.

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Regional Economic Development and Management Doctoral Program — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryPhD

Regional Economic Development and Management Doctoral Program at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, PhD-level programme, taught in English, in Gödöllő/Kaposvár, lasting 8 semesters, (Doctoral School of Economic and Regional Sciences). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Rural Development Engineering — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Rural Development Engineering at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Gödöllő, lasting 4 semesters, (Institute of Rural Development and Sustainable Economy). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Roth Gyula Doctoral School of Forestry and Wildlife Management Sciences [Agricultural Science] — University of Sopron

MOI waiver available

HungaryPhD

Roth Gyula Doctoral School of Forestry and Wildlife Management Sciences [Agricultural Science] at University of Sopron, PhD-level programme, taught in English, in Sopron, lasting 8 semesters, (Faculty of Forestry). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Rural Development Engineering — University of Debrecen

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Rural Development Engineering at University of Debrecen, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Debrecen, lasting 4 semesters, (Faculty of Economics and Business). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Crop Production Engineering — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Crop Production Engineering at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Gödöllő, lasting 4 semesters, (Institute of Agronomy). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Food Engineering — University of Debrecen

MOI waiver available

HungaryBachelor's

Food Engineering at University of Debrecen, Bachelor-level programme, taught in English, in Debrecen, lasting 7 semesters, (Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences and Environmental Management). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

University of Adelaide — International Scholarships & ASI

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United StatesMaster's

The University of Adelaide offers the Adelaide Scholarship International (ASI) and a range of merit awards for international students. The ASI provides full tuition, an annual living allowance (~AUD 34,000), and health cover for PhD and research master's candidates. Adelaide is a Group of Eight research university with strengths in sciences, engineering, and wine/agriculture.

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EPSRC PhD Studentship

MOI waiver available

United KingdomPhD

Search scholarship opportunities. 4 years tuition fees at the Home rate and a stipend of £21,870 plus £4,000 per annum industry top-up Please note: This scholarship is available to new entrants only. Students already studying the course are not eligible. Applications are invited for a PhD studentship, to be undertaken at Imperial College London (Control and Power Research Group, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering). This studentship is funded by an EPSRC Industrial Doctoral Landscape Award (IDLA) and industrial partner, EDF Renewables UK&I. EDF Renewables UK&I is a major renewable energy company, with more than 14 GW of renewables projects in planning and development. With a portfolio of 42 sites across the UK, including onshore, offshore, battery and solar, EDF Renewables UK&I is providing some of the much needed new affordable, low carbon electricity in the UK. As part of the project, the student will work closely with staff at EDF and benefit from their mentoring and supervision. The project will be supervised by Dr. Giordano Scarciotti (Imperial - Academic Supervisor), Dr James Wylie (EDF Renewables - Industrial Supervisor), and Dr Frank Tutu (EDF R&D UK - Indus

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Foundation Course for Studies in English — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryDiploma

Foundation Course for Studies in English at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Diploma-level programme, taught in English, in Gyöngyös, lasting 2 semesters, (Institute of Rural Development and Sustainable Economy). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Kálmán Kerpely Doctoral School (Crop Science and Horticulture) — University of Debrecen

MOI waiver available

HungaryPhD

Kálmán Kerpely Doctoral School (Crop Science and Horticulture) at University of Debrecen, PhD-level programme, taught in English, in Debrecen, lasting 8 semesters, (Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences and Environmental Management). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

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Multiple countriesMaster's

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Business Development — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Business Development at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Gyöngyös, lasting 4 semesters, (Institute of Rural Development and Sustainable Economy). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Commonwealth Scholarship

MOI waiver available

United KingdomMaster's, PhD

The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) provides the main UK government scholarship scheme led by international development objectives. The CSC is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office . The CSC operates within the framework of the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) and is a vivid demonstration of the UK’s enduring commitment to the Commonwealth. To date, over 34,000 people have taken up Commonwealth Scholarships since the first group of 175 Scholars arrived in the UK in 1960. Since then the scheme has constantly developed, adapting to the very different world of the present. You can read more about what we do in the CSC’s impact report . The CSC champions sustainable development and supports Commonwealth Scholars to drive innovation, lead change, and advance knowledge in their home countries and beyond. By building a community of Scholars, Fellows, and Alumni who can use their expertise to address development challenges, the CSC aims to create a fairer, more prosperous, and sustainable world for all. Environmental governance in Bangladesh is shaped by intersecting pressures on its riv

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Finance — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Finance at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Gödöllő, lasting 4 semesters, (Institute of Rural Development and Sustainable Economy). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

AUC — Mathematics, with an Optional Specialization in Statistics and Data Analysis - BS

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EgyptBachelor

Discover the power of mathematics with a major at AUC. Our program equips you with the skills to excel in climate research, data science, cryptography, and AI. Dive deep into calculus, discrete mathematics, probability, statistics, differential equations, and more. Prepare for diverse careers as a data analyst, actuary, statistician, financial analyst, or researcher. Join us and transform your passion for math into a successful career.

Food Engineering — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryBachelor's

Food Engineering at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Bachelor-level programme, taught in English, in Budapest, lasting 7 semesters, (Institute of Food Science and Technology). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Food Safety and Quality Engineering — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Food Safety and Quality Engineering at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Budapest, lasting 4 semesters, (Institute of Food Science and Technology). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Food Science and Technology Engineering — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Food Science and Technology Engineering at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Budapest, lasting 4 semesters, (Institute of Food Science and Technology). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Food Science and Technology Engineering — University of Szeged

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Food Science and Technology Engineering at University of Szeged, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Szeged, lasting 4 semsters semesters, (Faculty of Engineering). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Food Science Doctoral Program — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryPhD

Food Science Doctoral Program at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, PhD-level programme, taught in English, in Budapest, lasting 8 semesters, (Doctoral School of Agricultural and Food Sciences). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Landscape Architecture and Landscape Ecology Doctoral Program — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryPhD

Landscape Architecture and Landscape Ecology Doctoral Program at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, PhD-level programme, taught in English, in Budapest, lasting 8 semesters, (Doctoral School of Engineering Sciences). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Landscape Architecture and Garden Design — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Landscape Architecture and Garden Design at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Budapest, lasting 4 semesters, (Institute of Landscape Architecture). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Management and Leadership — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Management and Leadership at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Gödöllő, lasting 4 semesters, (Institute of Agricultural and Food Economics). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Film and Media Studies — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryBachelor's

Film and Media Studies at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Bachelor-level programme, taught in English, in Kaposvár, lasting 6 semesters, (Rippl-Rónai Institute of Arts and Theatre). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Doctoral School of Nutrition and Food Sciences [Agricultural Science] — University of Debrecen

MOI waiver available

HungaryPhD

Doctoral School of Nutrition and Food Sciences [Agricultural Science] at University of Debrecen, PhD-level programme, taught in English, in Debrecen, lasting 8 semesters, (Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences and Environmental Management). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Ecotoxicology — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Ecotoxicology at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Gödöllő, lasting 4 semesters, (Institute of Environmental Sciences). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Mechanical Engineering Doctoral Program — Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences

MOI waiver available

HungaryPhD

Mechanical Engineering Doctoral Program at Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, PhD-level programme, taught in English, in Gödöllő, lasting 8 semesters, (Doctoral School of Engineering Sciences). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Nature Conservation Engineering — University of Sopron

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Nature Conservation Engineering at University of Sopron, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Sopron, lasting 4 semesters, (Faculty of Forestry). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Crop Production Engineering — University of Debrecen

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Crop Production Engineering at University of Debrecen, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Debrecen, lasting 4 semesters, (Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences and Environmental Management). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Geobioinformatics — University of Sopron

MOI waiver available

HungaryMaster's

Geobioinformatics at University of Sopron, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Sopron, lasting 2 semesters, (Faculty of Forestry). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

AUC — Chemistry, with Specializations in Petrochemical Industry and Food Chemistry - BS

MOI waiver available

EgyptBachelor

Discover endless possibilities with AUC’s chemistry program, mastering theory and practice across organic, biochemistry, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry. Accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC) and the Supreme Council of Universities, our program prepares you for diverse careers in industries like pharmaceuticals, environmental protection, quality control, clinical analysis, and more. Become a chemist ready to make a significant impact in various fields.

Frequently asked questions

Are there agriculture scholarships for Palestinians?

Yes. FAO fellowships, NFP Netherlands scholarships, and several bilateral development programmes fund Palestinian students in agricultural science and food systems.

What agriculture specialisations are most funded for MENA students?

Food security, water-efficient agriculture, rural development, and sustainable farming practices are the most relevant and well-funded specialisations for MENA applicants.

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