The IAEA Marie Sk?odowska-Curie Fellowship Programme is now open for the academic session 2025/2026. Beyond financial support, selected fellows may also gain hands-on experience through exclusive internship opportunities.
The fellowship is open to female students from all countries who are applying for or already enrolled in a master’s programme in nuclear-related studies at an accredited university. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic performance, motivation to pursue a career in the nuclear field, and meet the IAEA’s application requirements.
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( votes)The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is a United Nations organization established in 1957 to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy while ensuring it is not used for military purposes. It also plays a vital role in nuclear safety, security, and safeguards, supporting global peace, security, and innovation.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
Brief Description
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University or Organization: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
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Department: NA
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Course Level: Master’s programmes in nuclear-related fields
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Award: Scholarship with the possibility of internship placements
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Access Mode: Online
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Number of Awards: Varies annually (competitive selection)
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Nationality: International (open to applicants worldwide)
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The award can be taken in: Austria
Eligibility
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Eligible Countries: Open to women from all countries
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Acceptable Course or Subjects: Scholarships are awarded for master’s programmes in nuclear-related studies
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Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
• Be a female student applying for or enrolled in a master’s programme in nuclear-related studies at an accredited university.
• Demonstrate strong academic performance and motivation to pursue a career in the nuclear field.
• Commit to contributing to scientific and technological innovation in line with the IAEA’s mandate.
• Meet specific application requirements set by the IAEA.
How to Apply
The documents required in addition to completed online application form are:
- Copy of the Passport/National ID
- Official acceptance/admission letter from university into the master’s programme indicating the nuclear related field of study and duration of the programme
- Statement of tuition fees/confirmation of?tuition costs
- If applicable, documents about other scholarships you have for the master’s programme for which you are seeking MSCFP support.
- Completed reference templates sent directly to MSCFP by referees by the application deadline (download the form here). One reference is MANDATORY, second is preferred.
Benefits
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Financial support through scholarships for tuition and study costs for master’s programmes.
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A limited number of internship placements at the IAEA or partner institutions, offered through a competitive process.
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The opportunity to join an international community of women in nuclear sciences, contributing to gender-balanced capacity building in nuclear energy, applications, safety, security, and non-proliferation.
