The International Affairs Office of the University of Kurdistan is inviting applications from undergraduate (BSc) and postgraduate (MSc) students to participate in the Ernst Mach student exchange programme at FH Joanneum University of Applied Sciences in Austria. The Austrian Ministry of Science and Research offers the ERNST MACH grant for all students with non-European citizenship who plan to go to FH JOANNEUM during fall 2025 or spring 2026. Holders of the grant will receive 1300 Euros per month for the duration of their stay.

 Please note that while the grant is very generous, students are expected to cover some costs by themselves, particularly before the start of their stay (visa application, flight tickets, deposit for housing etc.). We cannot cover these costs or issue a loan to the applicants. Students from developing countries can apply for reimbursement of their travel costs via the OeAD if they are accepted for the grant.

 We would like to encourage interested students to apply for the ERNST MACH grant. The chances of obtaining the grant are quite good if students submit a complete and thorough application.

For more information about the “Ernst Mach Grant for studying at an Austrian University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule)”: https://grants.at/en/ or Ernst Mach Grant for studying at an Austrian University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule).

University of Kurdistan Application Deadline:

December 15, 2024

1. Eligibility and Registration Documents

• Applicants can be master's or bachelor's students.
  • Bachelor’s students must have completed at least 4 semesters of their degree program.
  • PhD students are not eligible to apply.
• The applicants must be a maximum of 35 years old.
• The applicant's overall GPA must be higher than the average GPA of their program.
• The applicant must have a valid English language certificate at the B2 level.
• The applicant must have at least two semesters of remaining academic credit at departure time to the host university.
• The applicant must submit an academic resume (CV) in English.
• The applicant must submit a statement of purpose (in English) with a roadmap and plan for their time at the host university.
• The applicant must submit an official transcript of records.
• The applicant must submit two letters of recommendation (in English) from their professors.
• The Applicant must be in possession of a valid passport.

All applications with documents should be made to: Ms. Lamiah Hashemi at mobility@uok.ac.ir.

Email Subject: Ernst Mach Grant Application 2025-2026 - [Student Name] - [Degree Program] - [Field of Study]

Selection process:

After an initial evaluation of applications, qualified students will be invited to an English-language interview. Selected students will be nominated to FH Joanneum University of Applied Sciences to begin the Ernst Mach application process.

Program courses:

Applicants can only select courses from the link below to study at the host university and be approved by their department at UOK.

• International Program Kapfenberg (Engineering)