The Académie de recherche et d’enseignement supérieur offers the ARES International Training Scholarships 2027/2028 for qualified professionals. This fully funded award covers complete tuition fees, living costs, round-trip travel expenses, visa fees, and health insurance for selected international students in Belgium.
The program helps working professionals from developing nations gain advanced skills in Europe. Winners can join a one-year bachelor’s degree, a one-year specialized master’s degree, or a short six-month training course. All studies take place across institutions in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation.
Quick Highlights
- Host Country: Belgium
- Award Type: Fully Funded
- Study Levels: Bachelor’s, Specialized Master’s, Continuing Education
- Total Openings: 103 total awards (10 Bachelor’s, 81 Master’s, 12 Training)
- Application Deadline: September 18, 2026
Related: Chevening UK Government Scholarships 2027/2028 (Apply Now)
What The Scholarship Covers
Financial aid packages differ based on your chosen track. Every selected applicant gets basic health insurance and round-trip economy flights.
Degree candidates get full tuition waivers and visa fee support. Short-course participants receive indirect mission allowances alongside standard living stipends.
Who Can Apply
Candidates must hold a higher education degree earned within the last 20 years. You must also have at least two years of relevant work experience after graduating.
Applicants must live and work in an eligible partner country. Palestinian nationals may apply even if they live outside those territories.
Eligible African Countries
- South Africa, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Ivory Coast
- Ethiopia, Guinea, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco
- Mozambique, Niger, Uganda, DR Congo, Rwanda, Senegal
- Tanzania, Tunisia, Zimbabwe
How To Apply
First, you must create an account on the official ARES GIRAF platform. Account requests must be submitted before September 4, 2026.
Next, fill out the online form in the teaching language of your chosen course. Submit your completed application online before September 18, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is the ARES Scholarship completely free to apply?
Yes, applying for an ARES scholarship is 100 percent free. ARES never asks for application fees.
Can I apply for more than one course?
You must master the language used to teach your specific course. Basic French helps you live in Belgium, but it is not required for courses taught in English.
Do I need to speak French?
You must master the language used to teach your specific course. Basic French helps you live in Belgium, but it is not required for courses taught in English.
