FUNDS AND PARTNERS

This is a dissemination medium that compiles and shares international opportunities for academic cooperation, scientific cooperation, and funding aimed at international institutions and students.

Master's and doctoral degrees 

Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, Geneva – Switzerland.

Master's and Doctoral Programs. Scholarships: partial (CHF 10,000 per year) or full (CHF 20,000 per year), tuition reduction, paid employment at the Graduate Institute in administrative support positions.
Detailed information can be found at the link

MBA program for students of any nationality

Institute for Management Development – ​​IMD – Switzerland

Currently, interested students of any nationality can apply for the following scholarships:

1. Hilti Scholars Program;

2. Staton Scholarship;

3. BackPack-Excellence Scholarship for Women;

4. Nestlé Scholarship for Women;

5. Women Leaders Assessment Challenge Scholarship;

6. Young Leaders Assessment Challenge Scholarship;

7. Forté Scholarship for Women; and

8. IMD MBA merit scholarships

Interested Ecuadorian students can find detailed information about the scholarships as well as contact details at the link

Scholarships for Master of Science degrees at the University of Geneva

University of Geneva – Switzerland.

Financial aid of between CHF 10,000 and 15,000 per year. It is awarded for one year and extends for the regular duration of the chosen Master's program (three or four semesters) provided the applicant achieves academic success at the end of their first semester. Applications are submitted online from January to February each year for courses starting in September. Complete information about these scholarships and application procedures can be found at the following link

Master's studies

University of Lausanne – Switzerland.

Complete information about these University of Lausanne scholarships can be found at the following link.

Master's program for the period 2025-2026, within the framework of the Roger Casement Prize in Human Rights, for Ecuadorian students

Ireland Fellows Programme – Great Britain.

The Irish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has a limited number of places available under the Roger Casement Award, which will be awarded through a competitive process. The Irish Government will cover tuition fees; visa application fees; travel and medical insurance; affordable round-trip flights to Ireland; a monthly stipend; and other expenses.
Further information and details can be found at the following links:
Official Ireland Fellows Programme Portal – Latin America: link

Application guide for the 2025-2026 program: link

Official website of the Embassy of Ireland in Chile, also accredited to Ecuador: link

Scholarships – UP Undergraduate Admission – Universidad del Pacífico

EURAXESS LAC

This webinar aims to present the opportunities available in the 2025 Horizon Europe calls for proposals for the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region. We will explore the main areas of cooperation and the key requirements for participation. Furthermore, we will provide practical information on the new work program and how to strengthen collaboration between researchers and institutions in LAC and Europe. Don't miss this opportunity to boost scientific cooperation and innovation!

Free event in Spanish, no interpretation. Duration: 75 minutes

Innovation, talent and cooperation: Ecuador and the Emirates strengthen ties in education and technology

Ecuador-United Arab Emirates Economic and Investment Forum: The Secretariat of Higher Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (Senescyt) led the event "Youth, Innovation and Culture."

Ecuador and the United Arab Emirates strengthened their cooperation in higher education, science, and technology during the 1st Economic and Investment Forum. Authorities from both countries highlighted the potential of artificial intelligence to democratize access to education, personalize learning, and bridge the digital divide, emphasizing the development of human talent and the promotion of innovation as drivers of sustainable development.

Researchers seek to reform the teaching profession in Ecuador

E-Talent Ecuadorian Tertiary Educators Transformation and Learning Enhancement

is a new European project led by the University of Vigo, in collaboration with the Polytechnic Institute of Porto, the Enter Network, and Ecuadorian universities. Funded with nearly €1 million by Erasmus+ CBHE, it aims to retrain over 400 teachers and develop 100 experts who will form a Monitoring Committee for peer evaluations. The initiative seeks not only to improve educational quality but also to strengthen the role of teachers as central agents of institutional innovation.

JSPS Research Fellowships in Japan 2025–2026

The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS)

offers scholarships for research stays in Japan in three categories: standard postdoctoral, long-term invitation, and short-term invitation. These include airfare, insurance, and a monthly or daily stipend.

The Bishop Williams Moemorial Fund of the Nippon Sei Ko Kai

The Anglican Episcopal Church in Japan

has announced the annual call for applications for the Bishop Williams Fund's Visiting Research Fellow Program, aimed at outstanding candidates from developing countries in Asia, Africa, and South America. Research fields include nursing, medicine, education, agriculture, and more. The program covers airfare, accommodation, tuition, and a stipend. Applicants must be under 35 years of age and have good employment prospects upon returning to their home country. A letter of recommendation from an Anglican bishop is required. Applications should be mailed to Rikkyo University in Japan, and only one research fellow is selected each year. Assistance is requested in disseminating this information and advising potential candidates.

Developing Countries Partnership Scholarship (Beasiswa Kemitraan Negara Berkembang – KNB) – 2026

Government of Indonesia – Ministry of Education and Culture / Jakarta State University (JSU)

Scholarship for international students to pursue undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs at Jakarta State University. Includes tuition-free enrollment, monthly stipend, settlement allowance, Indonesian language course (BIPA), book allowance, health insurance, funding for publishing scientific articles, and round-trip economy class airfare

Training Course on Pathogen Detection and Biosecurity

ICGEB and the Biological Weapons Convention Implementation Support Unit (BWC)

International course on pathogen detection and biosafety, focusing on molecular diagnostics (qRT-PCR, LAMP), genomic surveillance, bioinformatics, and outbreak and pandemic preparedness. Includes practical exercises and simulations.

Start Path – Emerging Fintech

Mastercard

's global accelerator program is designed for growth-stage fintech startups seeking to scale their business models. It provides personalized mentorship, access to a global network of experts, strategic partnerships, and connections with banks, governments, and technology partners. The program lasts approximately six months and does not involve direct investment, but it offers high visibility and collaboration opportunities.

City Climate Finance Gap Fund

The World Bank, the European Investment Bank (EIB), the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), GIZ, and the Global Covenant of Mayors have established

a fund that provides technical assistance and capacity building to support cities in developing and emerging countries during the initial planning and implementation stages of sustainable urban projects. The program promotes low-carbon and climate-resilient strategies and facilitates access to international funding sources for green infrastructure, sustainable mobility, and energy management.

Peace Fellowships – Master's Degree (Rotary Peace Fellowships)

Rotary's

scholarship program aims to develop leaders in the field of peace and development through master's degree studies at top universities in Australia, the United States, Japan, and the United Kingdom. The program combines research-based academic training with field experience and lasts approximately 15 to 24 months.