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NAWA Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme

Fully FundedMaster36 monthsClosed · opens Mar 2027

The NAWA Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme offers fully funded Master's studies in STEM/Agriculture fields (Engineering, Technical Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Natural Sciences) for citizens of 18 countries including Indonesia. The scholarship includes a 1-year Polish language preparatory course followed by a 2-year Master's at a public Polish university. Monthly stipend PLN 1,500 (~EUR 350) + tuition-free + prep course. Annual call, typically April deadline. Smaller stipend than Stefan Banach but specialised for STEM students.

Popular Participating Universities

University of Warsaw (UW)University of Warsaw
Warsaw University of TechnologyWarsaw University of Technology
Jagiellonian University (JU)Jagiellonian University

Quick info

Application status

Closed · opens Mar 2027
Poland
Master
36 months
Engineering & Technical Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Natural Sciences
Open to: Citizens of 18 eligible countries including Indonesia (NOT Poland, NOT EU/EEA, NOT Central Asian)
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Info sourced from official providers. Always verify deadlines, requirements, and eligibility directly before applying.

What you get

  • Monthly stipend of PLN 1,500 (approx. EUR 350) for the full duration
  • Tuition-free at public Polish universities
  • 1-year Polish language preparatory course (fully funded)
  • Master's degree (2 years) at a public Polish university after the prep course
Monthly: PLN 1,500/month stipend (approx. EUR 350/month, EUR 4,200/year) / Tuition: FREE at public Polish universities / 1-year Polish prep course: fully funded

Requirements

First degree: Required
Professional experience: not specified
Country restriction: Citizens of 18 eligible countries including Indonesia (NOT Poland, NOT EU/EEA, NOT Central Asian)

Detailed requirements

  • - Citizen of 18 eligible countries — Indonesia ✓ confirmed eligible
  • - Other eligible: Angola, Colombia, Ethiopia, India, Kenya, Lebanon, Mexico, Myanmar, Nigeria, Palestine, Peru, South Africa, Philippines, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam
  • - NOT Polish or European/Central Asian citizen
  • - Bachelor's degree in STEM/agricultural field
  • - Must pursue Master's in Engineering, Technical, Agricultural, or Natural Sciences

Who can apply

STEM/Agriculture students from 18 eligible countries including Indonesia. Fully funded Master's in Engineering, Technical, Agricultural, or Natural Sciences at public Polish universities. 1-year Polish prep + 2-year Master's = 3 years total. Smaller stipend than Stefan Banach but specific to STEM/Agri fields. Indonesia is explicitly listed.

Fields of study

Engineering & Technical SciencesAgricultural SciencesNatural SciencesSTEM disciplines

Application window

Closed · opens Mar 2027

Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025-2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.

Important dates

Call opens: typically February
Application deadline: April 2026 (annually)
Results: typically June–July
Studies commence: October 2026
Duration: 3 years total (1-year Polish prep + 2-year Master's)

How to apply

  1. 1Step 1: Verify Indonesia is on the eligible country list
  2. 2Step 2: Choose a STEM/Agri Master's programme at a NAWA-eligible public Polish university
  3. 3Step 3: Prepare application materials (transcripts, motivation letter, CV)
  4. 4Step 4: Submit online application via NAWA portal before April deadline
  5. 5Step 5: Results typically June–July
  6. 6Step 6: Accept offer, apply for Polish visa
  7. 7Step 7: Begin 1-year Polish prep course October 2026
  8. 8Step 8: After passing B2 Polish exam, start Master's programme