Baku: Azerbaijani students now have the opportunity to apply for the FAO-Hungarian Government Scholarship Program for the academic year 2025-2026. Promising students from developing countries can pursue Master of Science degrees in Aquaculture and Animal Husbandry Engineering, offered in English at Hungarian institutes.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the scholarship covers application and tuition fees, basic books and notes, dormitory accommodation, subsistence costs, and health insurance. These expenses are financed by the Hungarian Government under an agreement with FAO signed in 2007. Eligible candidates must be nationals of specified countries, including Azerbaijan, and comply with a selection process beginning in September 2025.
The selection process includes two phases. In Phase 1, FAO will pre-screen and submit complete applications to Hungary’s Ministry of Agriculture, which will forward them to the universities chosen by the applicants. Incomplete dossiers or files without names will not be considered. Phase 2 involves a potential written or oral English examination and further selection by the participating universities, which will notify successful candidates in collaboration with the Ministry.
Candidates must demonstrate citizenship and residency in one of the eligible countries, excellent academic achievements, English proficiency, motivation, good health, and preferably be under 30 years old. Applications are accepted via email from 20 January to 28 February 2025.