The Nordic Scholarship Program 2027 at the Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) offers students and researchers an opportunity to spend one month at the Institute in Uppsala, Sweden, and use its specialised resources for Africa-focused research.
The programme is designed for Master’s students, PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers working in the Social Sciences and Humanities.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected scholars receive:
– Travel expenses to and from Uppsala
– Free accommodation
– SEK 400 daily subsistence allowance
– Workspace and computer
– Access to the NAI library and research resources
– Opportunities to connect with NAI researchers
The scholarship does not include health or other insurance.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
– Be a Master’s student, PhD candidate or postdoctoral researcher.
– Be studying or conducting research in the Social Sciences or Humanities.
– Have an Africa-focused research project.
– Be affiliated with a university or research centre in Sweden, Finland, Denmark or Iceland.
– Meet the programme’s research requirements.
Citizenship is not restricted; the key requirement is affiliation with an eligible Nordic institution.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
– Updated CV
– Research/project description
– Study or research plan
– Proof of university or research-centre affiliation
– Relevant supporting documents requested by the Institute
Application Deadline
The Nordic Africa Institute states that the 2027 call opened in September 2026. Applicants should check the current call for the exact closing date, as the application period is now closed according to the Institute’s scholarship page.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants submit an online application and provide details of their Africa-oriented research project, academic affiliation and proposed use of the one-month research stay.
Conclusion
(Apply Now) The Nordic Scholarship Program 2027 is a valuable research opportunity for students and researchers already affiliated with institutions in Sweden, Finland, Denmark or Iceland. It provides financial support, accommodation, research facilities and access to a strong academic environment focused on contemporary Africa.