Realise your career goals with a qualification in International Entrepreneurship abroad at the University of Antwerp. You can apply for the Doctoral Scholarship in International Entrepreneurship and start studying in Belgium in the academic year 2023-2024. 

Students that can prove excellent study results and have a master’s degree in Applied Economics, Business Engineering, or equivalent can apply for this scholarship. To be considered, the applicants must apply for a PhD study in international entrepreneurship at the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Antwerp. Winning candidates can expect to receive a monthly scholarship award and other benefits for up to 4 years of study. 

Founded in 2003, The University of Antwerp is a major Belgian university located in the city of Antwerp. Although only recently established, the university is the third-largest university in Flanders and has made a name globally, ranking 223rd in Best Global Universities and 280th in QS World University Rankings 2023.

Why choose to study at the University of Antwerp? The University of Antwerp is a young, dynamic and forward-thinking university that also integrates the assets of its historic roots along with its ambition to contribute positively to society.The university also offers its staff and students equal opportunities to meet their maximum potential for personal development.

Application Deadline: 9th March 2023 is the last date to apply. 

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Antwerp
• Department: Department of Management
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: Funding and Other Benefits
• Number of Awards: NA
• Access Mode: Online
• Nationality: International and Domestic
• The award can be taken in Belgium

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Home country national students and overseas students can both apply. 
• Eligible Course or Subjects: PhD study in the field of International Entrepreneurship at the Department of Management at the University of Antwerp can be applied for. 
• Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following/given criteria:
• The applicants must have experience with/have interest in entrepreneurship, internationalization, and management-related topics in practice and/or theory.

How to Apply

• How to Apply: The students must apply for admission via the university portal. Interested students will be required to complete a separate scholarship application form to be considered.
• Supporting Documents: The students are required to present the following documents to the university:
• A two/to three-page research idea 
• Short presentation 
• Motivation letter
• CV
• A brief description (max. 1 A4) of your three most important achievements in terms of research-related activities
• Admission Requirements: The applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Applied Economics, Business Engineering, or equivalent, or you will have obtained it by the time you start to work.
• Language Requirement: The applicants must be fluent in both written and oral English. 

Benefits

The University of Antwerp will present the successfully selected applicants a scholarship award consisting of funding and a monthly scholarship amount for four years along with other benefits such as: 

• Ecocheques, Internet-connectivity allowance and a bicycle allowance or full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.
• Opportunity to conduct most of the work at the City Campus in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.

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