European Union LASOMA Scholarship For Africans 2026 | Fully Funded

The European Union, in partnership with the African Union, has officially opened applications for the 2026 LASOMA Scholarship Programme for African students.

The European Union LASOMA Scholarship offers fully funded Master’s and PhD opportunities covering tuition fees, health insurance, research workshops, travel support, and an annual living stipend of up to €14,760.

European Union LASOMA Scholarship Summary

• Host: European Union | African Union
• Study Countries: Spain | Nigeria | Ghana | Kenya
• Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
• Eligible Countries: African Countries
• Scholarship Benefits: Full Scholarship | €14,760 Annual Stipend | Health Insurance | Research Support | Travel Support
• IELTS Requirement: Not Required
• Application Deadline: June 22, 2026

European Union LASOMA Scholarship Details

The LASOMA Scholarship (Lasers for Net-Zero Solar Systems Manufacture) is an Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme funded by the European Union in collaboration with the African Union.

LASOMA is a flagship African scholarship and research initiative focused on building capacity for sustainable solar systems manufacturing through advanced laser-based manufacturing technologies integrated with Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and Big Data Science.

The programme is delivered through a partnership involving six institutions across four countries and offers fully funded opportunities for a 2-year Master’s degree or a 3-year PhD programme.

The initiative is designed to develop highly skilled African researchers and professionals capable of driving innovation in renewable energy, climate technology, and sustainable manufacturing.

Eligibility Requirements for LASOMA Master’s and PhD Scholarships 2026

To qualify for the LASOMA Scholarships, applicants must:

• Be a national and resident of an African country at the time of application
• Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant Engineering discipline
• Demonstrate strong academic and research potential
• Meet the academic and language requirements of the host institution
• Not have previously benefited from any Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme (2022–2027) scholarship project
• Have research interests aligned with LASOMA focus areas such as:
• • Laser manufacturing
  • Solar systems technology
  • Climate change solutions
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications

The programme strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups, with targets including:

• 30% female participation
• 10% participation from persons with special needs

Benefits of the LASOMA Scholarship

The LASOMA Scholarship provides:

• Full tuition coverage funded by the European Commission
• Monthly stipends throughout the programme duration:
  • €1,230 monthly for PhD students
  • €890 monthly for Master’s students
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage
• Access to research equipment and laboratory facilities at partner universities
• Funding for research visits, conferences, and preparatory school activities
• Industry exposure through partner organizations such as BStars and DWA
• Participation in the LASOMA Preparatory Graduate School, which includes technical and soft-skills training

Required Documents for LASOMA Scholarship Application

Applicants are required to prepare the following documents:

• Completed Application Form
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Academic Transcripts
• Academic Certificates
• Research Proposal
• Two Recommendation Letters/Forms
• 2-Minute Elevator Pitch Video (For PhD applicants only)

How to Apply for the European Union LASOMA Scholarship 2026

To apply for the LASOMA Scholarship Programme, interested candidates should follow these steps:

• Visit the official scholarship webpage through the application portal.
• Contact the preferred host institution to confirm admission requirements and receive guidance for proposal preparation.
• Carefully review the eligibility criteria and ensure your qualifications and research interests align with the LASOMA focus areas.
• Click the “Apply for LaSoMa Scholarship” button and complete the online application form.
• Upload all required documents in PDF format during the application process.
• After submission, applicants will receive a unique application reference number alongside a confirmation email.
• Eligible applications will undergo evaluation and shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview.
• Decisions are communicated within 4-6 weeks of the application deadline.

Application Deadline

• Deadline: June 22, 2026

Apply here