Finland PhD Scholarships 2026
Finnish Universities (University of Oulu and others)
Quick Facts
A word from Eli, founder of Rise Africa Scholars
MSc Information Security — Unicaf Scholar
While you wait for a fully funded opportunity, don’t put your education on hold. I completed my MSc through Unicaf — studying online from Nairobi while working full-time. The tuition discount made it genuinely affordable, and the degree is from an accredited UK university.
If you’re serious about advancing your career now, I’d encourage you to explore it. I only recommend what I’ve used myself.
About This Scholarship
Finland is offering over 900 fully funded PhD scholarships in 2026 across Finnish universities, supported by a €255 million government investment to boost research, innovation, and attract international talent. PhD positions are structured as paid employment contracts with competitive salaries, social security coverage, and organized doctoral training lasting three to four years.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition coverage
- Salary per month according to university pay scale
- Social security coverage under Finnish employment law
- Access to EU-level financing programmes and research networks