Master Mind Scholarships 2023-2024 | Study in Flanders
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We are happy to present the Master Mind Scholarships, which provide students the chance to continue their study in Flanders, the region of Belgium where Dutch is spoken. In this program, participants have the opportunity to study in an area renowned for its top-notch higher education facilities, affordable quality-to-price ratio, and diverse, inclusive culture. Flanders, which is in the center of Europe, is a region with a thriving economy and a high standard of living for its citizens. The Master Mind Scholarships offer people a fantastic chance to pursue their academic objectives in a welcoming and energetic environment.
Why Study in Flanders?
For many reasons, choosing to study in Flanders or Brussels, the Dutch-speaking region of Belgium is a sensible choice. The area provides top-notch higher education at an affordable price with great quality, and it is situated in a region of Europe with a diverse economy and a good level of living. All things considered, studying abroad in Flanders offers international students a fantastic opportunity to broaden their perspectives and hone their academic and interpersonal skills in a welcoming and enriching environment.
Master Mind Scholarships
The Flemish Ministry of Education and Training’s Master Mind Scholarships provide exceptional students from all over the world with a chance to study in Flanders and Brussels. These scholarships give recipients all-inclusive financial assistance, such as a stipend of €9,600 each academic year and a waiver of tuition costs, allowing them to concentrate on their studies without having to worry about their financial situation.
Scholarship recipients only have to pay a minor administrative enrollment fee in addition to the grant, which takes care of important fees like housing, insurance, and a large amount of their living costs. As a result, students have a comprehensive and unmatched opportunity to pursue their academic and personal goals thanks to the Master Mind Scholarships.
Students must first submit an application to one of the participating Flemish host schools in order to be considered for the Master Mind Scholarships. Visit the website of the Flemish Ministry of Education and Training to review the requirements for eligibility and the application procedure if you’re interested in taking advantage of this fantastic opportunity. Your academic achievement in Flanders and Brussels is only limited by your ability to apply for the Master Mind Scholarships.
Scholarship Summary
Host Country: Belgium
Region: Flanders
Scholarship Name: Master Mind Scholarships
Educational Level: Master
Host Institutions
Universities
▪ KU Leuven
▪ University of Antwerp
▪ Ghent University
▪ Hasselt University
▪ Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Universities of Applied Sciences and Arts
▪ Antwerp Maritime Academy
▪ AP University of Applied Sciences and Arts
▪ Erasmus Brussels University of Applied Sciences and Arts
▪ HOGENT University of Applied Sciences and Arts
▪ KdG University of Applied Sciences and Arts
▪ LUCA School of Arts
▪ PXL University of Applied Sciences and Arts
INSTITUTIONS AND DEADLINES
Eligibility Criteria
In order to qualify for the Master Mind Scholarship, candidates must be enrolled in a master’s programme at an institution of higher learning in Flanders or Brussels. The ideal applicant should have a Grade Point Average of at least 3.5 out of 4.0, demonstrating outstanding academic success and potential.
The IELTS minimum band score is 7.0, the TOEFL minimum score is 94, or the Common European Framework of Reference level is C1. Candidates must also have a strong command of the English language. They can also present equivalent outcomes from another official language exam that has been approved by the host institution. Online language exams like the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition and IELTS Indicator will also be accepted.
A minimum IELTS overall band score of 6.5, a TOEFL total score of 90, or a B2 level on the Common European Framework of Reference are needed for candidates who want to enrol in a master’s programme in the arts. Online language tests will once again be accepted.
The student’s paperwork will also be thoroughly reviewed academically by the host school. Even if the choice is made after the candidate has been chosen for the Master Mind Scholarship programme, the award can only be claimed if the student is admitted by the host university.
In Flanders, only one higher education institution may nominate eligible applicants. While applying through the Mobility Online service, a student who has been preselected by more than one institution must select just one.
Any applicants are welcome to apply, with the exception of Russian citizens. The preceding degree must have been earned from a college or university outside of Flanders. The Master Mind Scholarship is still available to international students who have previously taken part in credit mobility programmes at a Flemish higher education institution.
With the exception of overseas students enrolling in a specific preparatory programme in preparation for a master’s degree beginning in September 2023, students who are already enrolled in a higher education institution in Flanders are not eligible for the scholarship.
For the academic year 2023–2024, students participating in preparatory, bridge, or distance learning programmes are not eligible for the Master Mind Scholarship. The master’s programme does, however, permit student mobility to partner schools outside of Flanders and Brussels, provided that at least half of the study credits are earned at the Flemish host university.
Payment of the Scholarship
If an application was made for a two-year Master’s degree, the scholarship is worth €9 600 for the academic years 2023–2024 and €9 600 for 2024–2025.
The expenditures covered by the Master Mind Scholarship, which is a full scholarship, include:
Tuition: The scholarship covers the entire cost of attending the Flemish higher education institution’s master’s degree programme.
The scholarship comes with a monthly grant for living costs, such as housing, food, and other essential needs.
Insurance: Throughout the duration of the study programme, the scholarship will cover all necessary insurances, including health insurance.
Travel expenses are also covered by the scholarship, including one roundtrip flight from the student’s home country to the host university in Flanders.
How to apply?
To apply for the Master Mind Scholarship, follow these steps:
1. Check eligibility: Make sure you meet the eligibility criteria for the scholarship, as outlined in the previous section.
2. Find a host institution: Identify a Flemish higher education institution that offers the master’s degree program you wish to pursue, and confirm that the institution is a participating institution in the Master Mind Scholarship program.
3. Submit an application: Complete the online application form, available through the Mobility Online tool, and submit all required supporting documents, including academic transcripts, English language proficiency test results, and a motivation letter.
4. Wait for a decision: The host institution will review your application and notify you of its decision. If you are accepted, the institution will nominate you for the Master Mind Scholarship.
4. Complete the scholarship application: If you are nominated for the scholarship, you will need to complete the scholarship application form, including any additional requirements as specified by the host institution.
Application deadline
The host institution validates and submits the completed application file in the Mobility-Online tool before the deadline of 28th April 2023 23h59 GMT+1. Applications validated submitted after 28th April 2023 23h59 GMT+1 will not be accepted.
