The Poland Ministry Scholarships 2024, also known as the Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme, is a program designed to support students from developing countries who want to pursue a Master’s degree (second-cycle studies) in Poland. It’s a joint initiative between the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA).
Details About the Stefan Banach Scholarship
- Eligibility: This scholarship is open to students from developing countries. There is no specific list of countries mentioned, so it’s best to check the official announcement for details.
- Level of Study: The program is specifically for Master’s programs (second-cycle studies).
- Field of Study: The scholarship supports studies in engineering and technical sciences, agricultural sciences, exact sciences (including mathematics), and life sciences.
- Language of Study: The program allows you to pursue studies in Polish or English, depending on the program offered by the university.
- University: You can apply to public or private universities supervised by the Polish Ministry of Education and Science.
Benefits of the Stefan Banach Scholarship
The Banach Scholarship offers:
- Tuition fee exemption at public universities in Poland.
- A monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
Application Process
Applicants must:
- Check the list of eligible countries is available here https://study.gov.pl/scholarship-citizens-developing-countries
- Apply for admission to a Polish university independently of the scholarship application here https://study.gov.pl/
- Follow the official announcements and guidelines here https://nawa.gov.pl/en/students/foreign-students/the-banach-scholarship-programme.