The Embassy of France in Uganda has
officially announced the opening of applications for its Master’s degree
scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic cycle. The programme is aimed at
supporting outstanding Ugandan graduates who wish to pursue postgraduate
studies in France across a range of academic disciplines.
Scholarship Application Guide
The scholarship is open to candidates who
already hold a Bachelor’s degree and have secured or are in the process of
securing admission into a French university for a Master’s programme delivered
in either French or English.
Overview of the France–Uganda Master’s
Scholarship Programme
The scholarship is designed to strengthen
academic exchange and capacity building between Uganda and France by enabling
talented students to access high-quality education in
French higher education institutions.
Successful applicants will benefit from
comprehensive financial and logistical support throughout their studies in
France.
The scholarship package includes:
- International return airfare between Uganda and France
- Full coverage of tuition fees
- Exemption from visa fees and CVEC charges
- Monthly stipend for living expenses
- Partial health insurance coverage (70% funded by the French
government, 30% via Campus France)
- Priority access to student accommodation
- Administrative support throughout the stay in France
- Participation in cultural and networking activities
Eligible Fields of Study
Applicants must be pursuing or intending to
pursue a Master’s degree in one of the following academic fields:
- Sciences
- Agriculture
- Sustainable development (including environment and renewable
energy)
- Tourism and leisure
- Gender studies
- Economics
- Engineering
- Business administration
- Sports-related studies
These disciplines have been selected to
align with development priorities and to support skills transfer across key
sectors.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the scholarship,
applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a citizen of Uganda
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in one of the eligible fields
before the application deadline
- Must have applied for or secured admission into a French
university for a Master’s programme
Only candidates who satisfy all three
conditions will be considered for selection.
Application Requirements and Documents
Applicants are required to prepare and
submit a complete application package as a single PDF file. The following
documents must be included:
- A motivation or cover letter
- A copy of a valid identification document
- A copy of the Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Proof of application or admission from a recognized French
public university
It is important to note that candidates
must independently identify a suitable French university and initiate the
admission process before applying for the scholarship.
Scholarship Application Guide
Proof of admission is mandatory for
progression to the final selection stage.
Submission Procedure
All completed applications must be
submitted electronically as one PDF file.
- Submission email: scac.uganda@gmail.com
- Deadline: 11 June 2026 at midnight
Applicants will receive confirmation of
receipt via email once their application has been successfully submitted.
Selection Process
The selection process is conducted in
multiple stages to ensure transparency and merit-based evaluation.
Stage 1: Application Review
All submitted applications are reviewed by
the Embassy of France in Uganda based on eligibility, academic merit, and
completeness of documentation.
Stage 2: Shortlisting
Preselected candidates are invited for
further assessment.
Stage 3: Interview
Shortlisted applicants undergo an interview
at the Embassy of France in Uganda.
Final selection decisions are based on
academic performance, motivation, and alignment with the scholarship
objectives.
Results and Notification Timeline
All applicants will be informed of the
outcome of their application process by 11 July 2026. Communication regarding
progression through each stage will be shared directly with candidates via
official channels.
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Importance of the Scholarship Programme
The Master’s scholarship initiative
reflects France’s broader commitment to international education cooperation and
capacity development. It provides Ugandan students with access to advanced
academic training while fostering cross-cultural exchange and long-term
professional collaboration.
By enabling study in France, the programme
also supports the development of highly skilled graduates capable of
contributing to national and regional development priorities upon return.
Conclusion
The 2026/2027 Master’s scholarships offered
by the Embassy of France in Uganda present a significant opportunity for
academically qualified Ugandan students to pursue fully supported postgraduate
studies in France. With comprehensive financial coverage, structured academic
support, and exposure to international learning environments, the programme is
designed to cultivate future leaders across multiple sectors.
Interested applicants are encouraged to
begin the university admission process early and ensure that all required
documents are submitted before the deadline.
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