Scholarships will be granted to students who have been denied access to Belarusian universities because of their political activities during and after the presidential elections of 19 March 2006. With scholarship these students will be able to pursue their studies in neighbouring countries in particular at the European Humanities University (EHU) in exile in Vilnius and in Ukraine.
Details
The Commission's 3-year scholarship programme for Belarusian students, worth €4.5 million will comprise 3 components:
- Scholarships to 170 Master and 35 Bachelor Programmes for new students at the European Humanities University (EHU) in Vilnius.
- Living expenses for Belarusian students currently enrolled at the EHU
- Scholarships for 100 students for higher education in Ukraine and other neighbouring countries
Scholarships will cover tuition fees as well as living expenses (including social security and lodging). Students will be selected by a panel of experts under the authority of the Nordic Council of Ministers. Scholarships will be granted to students who have been accepted by a host university and who have demonstrated that they cannot study in Belarus.
The Nordic Council of Ministers was formed in 1971 as a forum for Nordic governmental co-operation. Five countries: Denmark, Iceland, Sweden, Norway and Finland and 3 autonomous territories: Ferroe Islands, Aland and Greenland participate.