IAEA Fellowship 2027: Fully Funded Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme for Women in Nuclear Science
Overview
The IAEA Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme (MSCFP), supported by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), helps women pursue master's degrees in nuclear science and technology. It aims to close the gender gap in the nuclear field by supporting outstanding women who study at accredited universities around the world and gain practical experience through IAEA-supported internship opportunities. The fellowship is for the 2027 intake.
What you get
Support may include tuition fee support, assistance with educational expenses, a living allowance, internship opportunities through the IAEA, professional mentoring, career development support, networking with international experts, access to global nuclear science events and chances to build international research collaborations. Benefits can vary with the selected university and programme.
Supported master's fields include nuclear engineering, nuclear physics, nuclear chemistry, medical physics, nuclear medicine, radiation protection, radiation biology, nuclear safety, nuclear security, energy engineering, environmental sciences, reactor engineering, nuclear materials, radioisotope applications and other approved nuclear-related fields.
Who can apply
Applicants should be women from an eligible IAEA Member State who have applied for, or been admitted to, a master's programme in a nuclear-related field. They need excellent academic performance, a strong interest in nuclear science and technology, a commitment to peaceful uses of nuclear science, and must meet the chosen university's admission requirements.
How to apply
Applicants may be asked for a completed application form, a valid passport or national ID, academic transcripts, a bachelor's degree certificate, a university admission letter if available, a CV, a personal statement, recommendation letters, proof of English proficiency where required and other supporting documents. Selection is competitive and considers academic excellence, leadership potential, motivation, application quality, career goals, potential contribution to the nuclear sector and commitment to diversity and inclusion.