POLAND: THE IGNACY ŁUKASIEWICZ SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME: Deadline – 23 June 2025
Scholarships offered as a part of the programme include Master’s degree studies conducted in Polish language (preceded by a year-long preparation course for taking up studies in Poland) and PhD studies conducted in public universities (the list of universities at the following link).
Degree level
Master’s and PhD
Deadlines
Master’s: 23 June 2025
PhD: 5 July 2025
Who can apply?
Holders of an undergraduate degree (with honours) from a recognised university, in the relevant field (Master’s applicants)
Holders of a Master’s degree in a relevant field from any internationally recognised university (PhD applicants)
Be willing to study in the Polish language.
See attached documents for more information.
Fields of Study
Master’s: Sciences – natural sciences technical sciences and agricultural, forestry and veterinary sciences (all preceded with a year-long preparation course for taking up studies in Poland)
PhD: Sciences – mathematical, physical, chemical, biological, earth sciences, technological, agricultural, forestry and veterinary sciences
What the scholarship offers
The scholarship provides PLN 1350 per month (approximately R 4600), towards accommodation and living costs. See attached documents for more information.
*This scholarship does not cover international travel, medical insurance or living expenses over and above the given monthly allowance.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted to:
Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Pretoria
14 Amos Street, Colbyn, Pretoria 0083
Phone: +27 12 430 26 31
Documents and links
Please read the call documents carefully before applying:
2025 Ignacy Lukasiewicz Scholarship Programme
2025 List of Areas of Study
2025 Application form
For further information on the scholarship please visit the websites:
Polish Embassy in South Africa
http://www.pretoria.msz.gov.pl/en/news/the_ignacy_lukasiewicz_scholarship_programme__2025_2025_edition
or
Polish Bureau for Academic Recognition and International Exchange