International Training Scholarships

The International Training Scholarships provide professionals from 32 eligible countries with financial support to pursue specialised bachelor’s, master’s, or continuing training programmes in Belgium. The scholarships cover major study-related costs, including international travel, living expenses, tuition fees for degree programmes, insurance, and eligible visa-related expenses. Applicants generally need a relevant recent graduate degree, at least two years of professional experience, and permanent residence and employment in an eligible country.

About the International Training Scholarships

The International Training Scholarships are designed to strengthen professional skills, support knowledge transfer, and build capacity in eligible developing countries through specialised education and training in Belgium. The programme enables professionals to gain advanced knowledge and practical expertise that can contribute to development priorities in their home countries. Applicants can choose from a limited selection of specialised programmes, including: One specialised bachelor’s degree programme. Eight specialised master’s degree programmes. One continuing training programme. The duration depends on the selected course. Specialised bachelor’s and master’s programmes can last up to 12 months, while continuing training can last up to 6 months. Why This Scholarship Matters The programme is intended to create long-term professional and development benefits by connecting experienced professionals with specialised training opportunities in Belgium.

Key objectives include:

Developing professional and technical expertise. Strengthening institutional and individual capacity. Supporting knowledge and skills transfer. Building international professional networks. Enabling participants to apply newly acquired expertise in their home countries. The scholarship is therefore particularly relevant to professionals whose work directly relates to development priorities and who can demonstrate how further training will strengthen their professional contribution. What the Scholarship Covers The International Training Scholarships provide financial support for several costs associated with studying or training in Belgium. Depending on the selected programme, scholarship benefits can include: International travel expenses. A subsistence allowance to help cover living costs. Tuition fees for specialised bachelor’s and master’s programmes. Insurance costs. Exceptional visa-related expenses. Indirect mission expenses for participants attending continuing education. The exact benefits can depend on the type and duration of the selected programme. Available Training Options Applicants can apply for one of the specialised programmes offered under the scholarship scheme.

The programme portfolio includes:

Specialised bachelor’s degree: One eligible programme is available.

Specialised master’s degrees: Eight specialised master’s programmes are available.

Continuing training: One specialised continuing education course is available.

Applicants should carefully review the admission requirements of their chosen programme before submitting a scholarship application. Who Is Eligible? The scholarship is intended for professionals from 32 eligible countries who meet the programme’s residence, employment, education, and experience requirements.

Generally, applicants must:

Be a permanent resident of one of the 32 eligible countries. Be working in an eligible country. Hold a relevant graduate degree. Have obtained the degree within the previous 20 years. Have at least two years of relevant professional experience in an eligible country. Demonstrate sufficient proficiency in the language used for instruction. Meet the admission requirements of the selected Belgian training programme. There is a specific exception for Palestinian nationals, who may apply regardless of their country of residence. Educational Requirements Applicants must possess an appropriate graduate-level qualification relevant to their proposed field of study or training. The qualification should generally have been obtained within the last 20 years. The programme allows extensions to this period in certain circumstances related to: Childbirth. Adoption. Applicants should ensure that their academic background is relevant to the programme they intend to pursue. Professional Experience Requirements Applicants must demonstrate at least two years of relevant professional experience in one of the eligible countries. Professional experience should be connected to the applicant’s field of expertise and proposed training. This requirement helps ensure that scholarship recipients are established professionals who can apply the knowledge and skills gained through their Belgian training after returning to their professional environment. Language Requirements Applicants must have sufficient proficiency in the language in which their selected programme is delivered. Language ability is important because participants must be able to successfully follow lectures, complete assignments, communicate with instructors, and participate in professional activities. Although it is not necessarily a formal requirement for every programme, basic knowledge of French is recommended because it can help participants manage everyday life in Belgium. How the International Training Scholarship Works The application process generally involves selecting an eligible programme and demonstrating that the applicant meets both scholarship and programme-specific requirements.

Step 1: Choose an Eligible Programme

Review the available specialised bachelor’s, master’s, and continuing training programmes.

Select a programme that:

Matches your academic background. Relates to your professional experience. Supports your career objectives. Can contribute to development in your home country.

Step 2: Check Your Eligibility

Before applying, confirm that you satisfy the main eligibility conditions concerning: Natio