About the programme
The Halden Global Master’s Scholarship supports students from low- and middle-income countries to complete a one-year taught master’s degree at one of eleven partner universities in Northern Europe. The award covers tuition, a monthly living stipend, return travel and health insurance. Scholars join a cohort programme with mentoring and a summer leadership residency.
Eligibility
The published requirements, as a checklist. Always confirm against the official criteria.
- Citizen of a low- or middle-income country in Africa, Asia, Latin America or the Middle East
- Bachelor’s degree with upper second-class honours or equivalent
- At least two years of relevant work experience after graduation
- English at IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Create a profile to see which of these you meet.
What you will need
- CV or résumé
- Personal statement
- Degree transcripts
- Two references
- English language certificate
How to apply
- Create an account on the official application portal.
- Complete the online form and upload the required documents.
- Submit before the deadline. Shortlisted applicants are contacted for interview.
Applications are submitted on Halden Foundation’s own site. Open Doors helps you prepare; it is not the official application portal.
Source and verification
- Official source
- Halden Foundation
- Status
- Key fields checked against the official page
- Last checked
- 6 Nov 2026