Applications are currently invited for the Dutch Government SIDS Scholarships 2026/2027. The program is designed to support students and professionals from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in Netherlands, in courses related to sustainable development, water resources, climate resilience, and environmental management.
The scholarship is offered through the IHE Delft Institute for Water Education under the Water and Development Partnership Programme, which is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The initiative focuses on developing expertise that can help SIDS countries address water management, climate change, and sustainable development issues.
SUMMARY:
- Scholarship Sponsor(s): Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Host Institution(s): Host Region Universities
- Funding Amount: Fully-funded
- Number of Awards: Several
- Study Level: Masters
- Nationality: See Eligible Countries (below)
Also Check: Dutch Government NL Scholarships 2026/2027
Program Overview
The SIDS Scholarships support qualified candidates from Small Island Developing States to enroll in the MSc Programme in Water and Sustainable Development at the IHE Delft Institute for Water Education in Delft, Netherlands. The programme aims to build technical capacity and strengthen professional networks in countries that face unique environmental and climate challenges.
The scholarship programme focuses on strengthening technical expertise in areas such as:
- Water resources management
- Climate change adaptation
- Sustainable development
- Environmental engineering and policy
- Coastal and island resilience
Selected scholars participate in academic coursework, research projects, and professional development activities designed to help them apply their knowledge in their home countries.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Dutch Government SIDS Scholarships 2026/2027, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a Small Island Developing State (SIDS).
- Apply and obtain academic admission to the MSc Programme in Water and Sustainable Development at IHE Delft.
- Demonstrate strong academic background and professional motivation in water or environmental sectors.
- Show commitment to contributing to sustainable development in their home country after completing the programme.
- Provide supporting documents, including academic qualifications and references.
Some applicants may also need to meet English language proficiency requirements for admission.
Eligible Countries
The SIDS Scholarships 2026 are open to nationals of the following countries:
Belize, Cabo Verde, Comoros, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Fiji, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Kiribati, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Federated State of Micronesia, Montserrat, Nauru, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, Samoa, Sao Tome & Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.
Scholarship Benefits
The SIDS Scholarship may offer full or partial funding, depending on available funding and applicant circumstances.
A full scholarship typically includes:
- Full tuition fee coverage for the MSc programme
- International travel costs
- Health insurance
- A monthly living allowance of approximately €1,220 for accommodation and personal expenses throughout the study period
Partial scholarships may cover only part of the tuition or other study expenses.
How to Apply
Applicants do not need to submit a separate scholarship application.
To be considered for the SIDS Scholarship, candidates should:
- Apply for admission to the MSc Programme in Water and Sustainable Development at IHE Delft.
- Ensure that all admission requirements and documents are submitted.
- Receive academic admission to the programme.
- Eligible applicants from SIDS countries will automatically be considered for the scholarship during the admission process.
Application Documents
Applicants may be required to submit:
- Completed online application form
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Reference letters
- English language test results (if required)
- Copy of passport.
Application Deadline: 1 June