VLIR-UOS ICP Connect Scholarships 2027–2028 in Belgium: Fully Funded Study Opportunities for International Students

Overview

The VLIR-UOS ICP Connect Scholarships 2027–2028 provide fully funded study opportunities for international students from eligible countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Administered by VLIR-UOS, the programme supports individuals wishing to pursue selected English-taught degree programmes at universities and universities of applied sciences and arts in Flanders, Belgium. The initiative aims to strengthen professional expertise, expand access to international higher education, and contribute to sustainable development through academic cooperation between Flemish institutions and partner regions.

Who can apply

International students from eligible countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America are eligible to apply for the scholarships. Candidates must satisfy the relevant academic admission requirements and scholarship eligibility criteria established by their chosen study programmes. The scholarship is not automatically available for every programme offered by Flemish universities and applies only to designated ICP Connect programmes.

What you get

The scholarship opportunity provides financial and academic support to complete selected professional bachelor’s, initial master’s, and advanced master’s programmes taught in English. Available fields of study include sustainable development, science, technology, environmental management, agriculture, food systems, governance, transportation safety, computer science, hotel management, food technology, aquaculture, biodiversity, nutrition, land management, and development studies.

How to apply

Eligible candidates can explore the available study programmes, review admission requirements, and submit applications according to the procedures and deadlines established by their chosen programmes. Applicants must carefully examine programme-specific eligibility criteria and application procedures before beginning their applications.