For Exchange and Study Abroad students from South Africa who would like to study at Leiden University for one semester. The scholarship will be awarded for a maximum of five months.

Offered annually? Yes

Eligible Countries: South Africa

To be taken at (country): Netherlands

Type: Short Courses

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must be:

  • Permanent residents of South Africa;
  • Enrolled in at South African University;
  • Accepted for a semester programme at Leiden University as an Exchange student or Study Abroad student;
  • Motivated to upgrade or extend their knowledge in order to make a contribution towards the development of South Africa;
  • Committed to return to South Africa after their study period at Leiden University.

Number of Awardees: Several

Value of Scholarship: The scholarship amount differs for Exchange students and Study Abroad students:

Exchange students 

  • International travel costs: € 1000
  • Living allowance: € 800 per month (for a maximum of five months)
  • Insurance: will be sponsored by AON Student Insurance and arranged by the Scholarships Department of Leiden University.

Study Abroad Students

  • Tuition fee: the actual fee
  • International travel costs: € 1000
  • Living allowance: € 800 per month (for a maximum of five months)
  • Insurance: will be sponsored by AON Student Insurance and arranged by the Scholarships Department of Leiden University.

Duration of Scholarship: Five months (1 semester)

Method of Application: 

Visit Scholarship Webpage to apply

Scholarship Application Deadlines: 

  • 1st October 2017 for programs starting in February 2018
  • 1st April 2018 for programs starting in September 2018

Visit Scholarship Webpage for details

Award Provider: Leiden University Fund (LUF), The Netherlands – South Africa Alumni Network (NESANET)