IAEA Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme: Up to €40,000 in Support for Women Pursuing Master’s Degrees in Nuclear Fields
The International Atomic Energy Agency Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme provides financial assistance and internship opportunities for women pursuing master's degrees in nuclear-related fields. Selected students can receive up to €40,000 to help cover tuition and living costs.
Overview
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme (MSCFP) is designed to inspire and support the next generation of women professionals in the nuclear sector. The initiative offers financial assistance for master's degree studies in nuclear-related disciplines and may provide limited internship opportunities facilitated by the IAEA, helping participants connect their academic work with professional exposure.
Benefits
- Up to €20,000 toward tuition costs for the master’s programme.
- Up to €20,000 toward living expenses during the course of studies.
- Maximum potential financial support of up to €40,000, subject to individual award conditions and the disclosure of other scholarships.
- Potential access to limited internship opportunities facilitated by the IAEA.
Eligibility
- Open to female students who are nationals of IAEA Member States.
- Applicants must be accepted into or already enrolled in an accredited university master’s programme.
- The field of study must be in a nuclear-related discipline, such as nuclear engineering, physics, chemistry, medicine, radiation biology, safety, security, non-proliferation, or nuclear law.
- Preference is given to candidates with above-average academic credentials, specifically academic results of 75% or above or a GPA greater than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online using the official MSCFP application form. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed, so candidates should carefully verify all required files before final submission.
Required supporting documents include:
- A valid copy of a passport or national identification document.
- An official university admission or acceptance letter stating the nuclear-related field and programme duration.
- A statement of tuition fees confirming study costs.
- Documentation relating to any other scholarship funding received for the same programme.
- At least one completed reference form submitted directly by the referee (a second reference is preferred).
- Official English translations for any documents originally issued in another language.
Deadline
The current application deadline details are not explicitly stated in the provided programme information. Prospective applicants should check the official IAEA programme website for active cycle updates and specific closing dates.