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The Swarovski Foundation, through the Women 4 Water initiative, offers scholarships for female applicants to pursue an MSc in Water and Sustainable Development. The program aims to increase gender equity and leadership in the water sector. Eligible applicants are nationals of low- or lower/higher middle-income countries.
Overview
The MSc Programme in Water and Sustainable Development targets early and mid-career water professionals with a recognized BSc degree who want to gain knowledge and skills to tackle water challenges while enhancing their career opportunities within the water sector or related organizations.
The Women 4 Water initiative offers three 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.
The program places a strong emphasis on innovation and interdisciplinary approaches, with priority for applicants whose interest and work are related to biodiversity and innovation.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants are female nationals of a low- or lower/higher middle-income country who are currently living and working in such a country, and who commit to returning to a low- or lower/higher middle-income country upon completion of the study programme to apply the knowledge and skills acquired.
Benefits
The Women 4 Water – Swarovski Foundation Scholarships offer full scholarships to female applicants, covering the costs of the MSc Programme in Water and Sustainable Development.
How to Apply
Applicants who have received unconditional academic admission to the regular one-year MSc Programme in Water and Sustainable Development by 12 July 2026 and who meet the eligibility criteria will be considered in the initial selection round. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to apply for the scholarship and asked to complete and submit a brief scholarship application form. For more information and to apply, visit https://opportunitydesk.org/2026/06/08/women-4-water-swarovski-foundation-scholarships-2026-2027/