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Scholarship for Global Professionals | Svenska institutet Skip to content SI websites Close Institut suédois Sharing Sweden Study in Sweden Sweden.se Language: Svenska Language Svenska Events and projects Apply Scholarships SI Leadership Programmes Funding and grants How we work Alumni Analysing the image of Sweden Building relations and networks Communicating Sweden Ukraine and Eastern Europe Empower future leaders SI Stories Swedish around the world About SI Career Contact us Organisation Our mission Press Newsletters Search Events and projects Apply Scholarships SI Leadership Programmes Funding and grants How we work Alumni Analysing the image of Sweden Building relations and networks Communicating Sweden Ukraine and Eastern Europe Empower future leaders SI Stories Swedish around the world About SI Career Contact us Organisation Our mission Press Newsletters Open menu Search for scholarships, events and other information Search Events and projects Apply Scholarships SI Leadership Programmes Funding and grants How we work Alumni Analysing the image of Sweden Building relations and networks Communicating Sweden Ukraine and Eastern Europe Empower future leaders SI Stories Swedish around the world About SI Career Contact us Organisation Our mission Press Newsletters Home / Apply / Scholarships / SI Scholarship for Global Professionals SI Scholarship for Global Professionals Do you want to contribute to the sustainable development of your home country? Are you seeking new academic perspectives to strengthen your ability to lead societal change? The Swedish Institute awards academic scholarships for master’s studies in Sweden, to global professionals from a selection of countries. Read through the call for applications carefully. Level: Master Available for 34 countries. See all countries Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Egypt, Ethiopia, Georgia, Guatemala, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Liberia, Malaysia, Mexico, Moldova, Morocco, Nigeria, Peru, Philippines, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Zambia SI scholarship holders at a workshop about leadership, which was organised by the SI Network for Future Global Professionals (NFGP). Photo: Moa Karlberg. Application closed Overview What's included Criteria How to apply FAQ Overview What's included Criteria How to apply FAQ Overview Sweden invests in global talent to build lasting partnerships for a more sustainable and equitable world. Through this scholarship, you’ll gain access to world-class education, cutting-edge research, and a vibrant network of peers – all while developing the tools to drive change back home. The scholarship supports full-time, one- or two-year master’s studies at Swedish universities, across a wide range of English-taught programmes. Fields of study include: Governance Public Health Entrepreneurship and Innovation STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) You will also become part of the SI Network for Global Professionals, a platform for collaboration, learning, and lifelong connection with fellow leaders from around the world. Be the seed for your country’s future growth. The journey starts in Sweden. Application and Eligibility The scholarship is open for applications once every year, for master’s studies beginning in the autumn semester. In order to apply you must: Be a citizen of one of the 34 eligible countries for the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals; Apply for a master’s programme that is eligible for the SI scholarship; Be liable to pay tuition fees at University Admissions; Have demonstrated work experience; Have demonstrated leadership experience from a current or previous employer, or from civil society engagement. Key dates: 16 October 2025 – 15 January 2026: Apply to Swedish master’s programmes through University Admissions. Mid-November 2025: SI Scholarship application documents and eligible master programmes are published …