Prestigious EU-FCCB Master’s Scholarships Invite PNG Graduates to Apply
The EU-FCCB National Component is offering fully funded 2025 Master’s Scholarships to help Papua New Guinean graduates build careers in protecting the environment and tackling climate change.
If you are passionate about ecology or sustainable development, this is your chance to gain advanced training while contributing to the nation’s future.
Who can apply
- PNG citizens who have completed a Bachelor’s degree and are applying to start a 2-year Master’s programme (MPhil, MSc) at one of these PNG universities: Unitech, UPNG, UNRE, University of Goroka, DWU or PAU.
- Open only to new Master’s candidates, not to existing Master’s students.
Fields of Study
- Ecology
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Forestry
- Agriculture
- Climate Change
- Environmental Economics
- Environmental Health
- Environmental Social Sciences
What to Submit
Each application must include:
- Personal details
- Name, email, phone number
- Letter of motivation Max 2 pages
- Explain why you want to do the Master’s, your skills & experience
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) Max 2 pages
- University transcripts
- All courses & overall GPA from Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s research proposal
- Max 3 pages (excluding references)
- Include:Abstract (max 200 words) – aims, methods, significance
- Introduction – theory & background
- Objectives & hypotheses
- Methods (field / lab / data analysis etc.)
- Schedule for the 2 years
- Significance
- References
Only the above documents. No extra documents (e.g. certificates, letters of reference) unless specifically requested.
Format: PDF or DOCX. Use A4 pages, at least 1.5 cm margins, font size ≥ 11pt.
How to apply
Submit electronically via email to: scholarships@national-fccbpng.eu
Visit official website for details >> Official Website
Important Dates & Process Event Date
- Call for applications opens 24 September 2025
- Deadline for submissions Friday, 27 October 2025
- Shortlisted applicants notified / interviews announced 20 November 2025
- Interviews in Port Moresby 26 November 2025
- New scholarship recipients announced 27 November 2025
Tips / Notes
This is a highly competitive scholarship: applications will be rigorously screened.
Your Letter of Motivation and Research Proposal are especially important to stand out.
Even if your GPA isn’t perfect, strengths such as relevant experience, skills in field/lab work, or knowledge in research methods can help.
All information will be verified for shortlisted candidates; you may be asked questions about your proposal during the interview.
Contact & Further Information
For enquiries: scholarships@national-fccbpng.eu
Deadline: Friday, 27 October 2025 — Don’t miss this opportunity!
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