Vrije Universiteit Brussel Scholarships for International Students 2025. Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), located in Brussels, offers competitive scholarships to talented international students for the 2025 academic year.
Application Deadline:
- September 1, 2024
Overview of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel Scholarships: VUB offers scholarships specifically for the European Master of Science in Photonics program. The university provides several full scholarships worth €10,000 per year to help cover living expenses while studying in Brussels. Additionally, the B-PHOT Excellence Scholarship scheme offers both entry and continuation scholarships based on academic performance.
Eligible Fields of Study:
- The scholarships are awarded in bridge physics, engineering, and photonics. Applicants must have a background in Electrical Engineering, (Applied) Physics, Materials Sciences, or equivalent fields.
Scholarship Type:
- Master’s Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria:
- Academic Background:
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, (Applied) Physics, Materials Sciences, or an equivalent field.
- English Language Proficiency:
- Applicants must meet the English language requirements with one of the following:
- TOEFL score of at least 570 (paper-based) or 87 (internet-based)
- IELTS score of at least 6.0
- Cambridge-ESOL First Certificate in English (FCE)
- Exemptions are available for students with diplomas from recognized Flemish institutions or those who have completed a year of education in English.
- Applicants must meet the English language requirements with one of the following:
Selection Process:
- Applicants are selected based on academic excellence and motivation. Additional scholarships are awarded based on academic performance during the program.
Eligible Countries:
- Students from all countries around the world are eligible to apply.
Location of Award:
- Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium
Number of Scholarships:
- The number of awards varies, including several full scholarships and specific amounts for B-PHOT Excellence Scholarships.
Scholarship Benefits:
- Full Scholarships: €10,000 per year to cover living costs.
- B-PHOT Excellence Scholarships:
- Three Entry Scholarships of €1,000 each.
- Three Continuation Scholarships of €1,500 each.
- One Excellence Scholarship of €5,000.
Duration of the Award:
- The scholarships cover the duration of the Master’s program, which typically lasts two years.
Application Process:
- Submit Your Application:
- Apply through the online application form.
- Required Documents:
- A clear copy of your ID
- CV (Curriculum Vitae)
- Motivation letter
- Two recommendation letters
- Official bachelor’s or master’s degree certificate
- Complete and official transcript of records
- Official language certificate
- Overview of bachelor’s course content description
For More Information:
To learn more about the VUB Scholarships, please visit the official website.
