The Swarovski Foundation, through the Women 4 Water initiative, offers full scholarships for female applicants who have been academically admitted to the regular one-year MSc programme in Water and Sustainable Development starting in November 2026.
Application Deadline:
- Academic admission deadline: 1 July 2026
- Scholarship consideration deadline: 12 July 2026 (must have unconditional admission by this date)
Tell Me About The Award:
The Swarovski Foundation Women 4 Water Scholarships provide three full scholarships for female candidates admitted to the one‑year MSc in Water and Sustainable Development at IHE Delft (starting November 2026). The initiative promotes gender equity and leadership in the water sector, empowering women from low‑ and middle‑income countries to become leaders in sustainable water management.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- Water Resources & Ecosystem Health track
- With preferred profiles in:
- Environment
- Digital Innovation & Hydroinformatics
Type:
- Full Scholarship | Master’s | Water & Sustainable Development | Women only
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be female candidates.
- Be nationals of a low‑ or lower/upper middle‑income country, living and working there.
- Commit to returning to their country after graduation to apply acquired knowledge.
- Have unconditional admission to the MSc programme by 12 July 2026.
- Select the Water Resources & Ecosystem Health track and indicate either Environment or Digital Innovation & Hydroinformatics profile.
Priority given to applicants with:
- Interest in integrating technical competencies (GIS, remote sensing, AI, modelling) with systems thinking.
- Focus on biodiversity, wetlands, aquatic ecosystems, river basin ecology.
- Thesis topics such as nature‑based solutions, ecosystem restoration, biodiversity monitoring, environmental flows, climate adaptation.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Initial selection from all eligible admitted candidates.
- Shortlist based on priority criteria.
- Shortlisted candidates submit a brief scholarship application form.
- Final selection after interviews.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Nationals of low‑income, lower‑middle‑income, or upper‑middle‑income countries (as classified by World Bank).
Where will the Award be Taken?
- IHE Delft Institute for Water Education, Netherlands.
How Many Awards?
- Three full scholarships awarded annually.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Full tuition coverage for the MSc programme.
- Living support during the one‑year study.
- Access to mentorship and leadership development under the Women 4 Water initiative.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- One year (November 2026 – November 2027).
How to Apply:
- Apply for admission to the MSc in Water and Sustainable Development (deadline: 1 July 2026).
- Ensure unconditional admission by 12 July 2026.
- Eligible candidates automatically considered in the first round.
- Shortlisted candidates complete scholarship application form.
- Finalists invited for interview.
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