Call for Applications: Malmö University Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)

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About Malmö University Scholarship

The Malmö University Scholarship 2027 in Sweden offers a fully funded doctoral studentship in International Migration and Ethnic Relations (IMER) with a focus on survey studies of diversity and inclusion. This prestigious PhD position is hosted by the Department of Global Political Studies within the Faculty of Culture and Society and provides aspiring researchers with the chance to contribute to one of Sweden’s leading migration research environments.

Malmö University is one of Sweden’s most innovative and internationally oriented higher education institutions. Located in the vibrant city of Malmö, the university brings together scholars, researchers, educators, and professionals from around the world to produce high-quality education and research that contributes to societal development. The university promotes collaboration across disciplines and values diversity, equality, innovation, and inclusion.

• School: Malmö University

Benefits of Malmö University Scholarship

• Fully funded doctoral employment
• Four years of funded PhD study
• Monthly doctoral salary
• Participation in an internationally renowned research centre
• Access to large-scale survey datasets
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration
• Academic supervision from leading migration scholars
• Strong international research networks
• Professional teaching and research experience
• Career preparation for academia, public policy, NGOs, and international organizations

Malmö University Scholarship Requirements

• Hold a second-cycle (Master’s) qualification
• Have completed at least 240 higher education credits, including 60 credits at second-cycle level
• Possess substantially equivalent qualifications obtained in Sweden or abroad
• Academic qualifications equivalent to a second-cycle degree in International Migration and Ethnic Relations (IMER) or another discipline closely related to IMER
• Relevant academic backgrounds include Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Cultural Geography, Economics, Economic History, History, Social Work, Ethnology, Religious Studies, Gender Studies, Cultural Studies

Application Date and Process

• To apply for the scholarship, follow these steps: 

• Apply for one of our master’s programmes through University Admissions as your first priority. Make sure to pay the application fee to University Admissions.
• Admitted students will receive more information on how to apply for the scholarship after Notification of Selection Results.
• Scholarship selection will be based on previous academic excellence, the experience described in your CV, and your ability to motivate social engagement through your chosen programme at Malmö University. 
• Applicants who have been offered a scholarship will be notified by the end of April. Those who are not offered a scholarship will not be notified individually.

Application Deadline

31 August, 2026

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