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Fully Funded: FAO-Hungarian Government 2022 Scholarship Program for Developing Countries

The following Master of Science degree course is offered in English for the 2022–23 academic year at the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Buda Campus, Budapest: Food safety and quality engineering (Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences).

   





The aim of the scholarship is the education of food safety and quality engineers obtaining a master degree, who can apply their microbiological, molecular biological, toxicological and analytical chemical knowledge to control and check the production and distribution of food that has high quality and is appropriate by all means for human nutrition.




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About Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO)

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Their goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With over 194 member states, FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide. They believe that everyone can play a part in ending hunger. FAO’s mandate is to raise levels of nutrition, improve agricultural productivity, better the lives of rural populations and contribute to the growth of the world economy.




Aim and Benefits of FAO-Hungarian Government Scholarship Program

The scholarship will cover:

  • Application and tuition fees throughout the study period with basic books and notes;
  • Dormitory accommodation;
  • Subsistence costs;
  • Health insurance.

Requirements for FAO-Hungarian Government Scholarship Program Qualification

  • Citizenship and residency of one of the eligible countries is compulsory.
  • Excellent school achievements.
  • English language proficiency (for courses taught in English).
  • Be motivated.
  • Be in good health.
  • Candidates under 30 are preferred.




Interview date, Process and Venue for FAO-Hungarian Government Scholarship Program

Selection Process

Student selection will take place in two phases:

  • Phase 1: FAO will pre-screen candidates and submit applications to the Ministry of Agriculture of Hungary that will send them to the corresponding University as chosen by the applicants. Students must submit only COMPLETE dossiers. Incomplete dossiers will not be considered. Files without names will not be processed.
  • Phase 2: Selected candidates may be asked to take a written or oral English examination as part of the admission procedure. The participating University will run a further selection process and inform each of the successful candidates. Student selection will be made by the Universities only, without any involvement on the part of FAO. Selected students will also be notified by the Ministry.




Documents Required for Application

  • Application form duly completed
  • A recent curriculum vitae
  • A copy of high school/college diploma and transcript/report of study or copy of the diploma attachment
  • A copy of certificate of proficiency in English
  • Copies of relevant pages of passport showing expiration date and passport number
  • A letter of recommendation
  • Statement of motivation
  • Health Certificate issued by Medical Doctor
  • Certificate of Good Conduct issued by local police authority.




How to Apply

Applications form should be submitted together with complete dossier via email REU-Scholarship@fao.org

Download The Application Form

To get more details, please visit FAO website

Application Deadline

February 28, 2022

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