Scholarship
UNU-WIDER Visiting Scholars Programme
This programme provides an opportunity for qualified researchers to spend time at the UNU-WIDER office in Helsinki to work on their own research projects. Scholars are expected to produce a high-quality research paper during their stay.
About this scholarship
UNU-WIDER Visiting Scholars Programme is offered by United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research at phd level. The award is valued at Monthly stipend plus travel costs, provided as living stipend support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as living stipend funding. Applicants selected receive Monthly stipend plus travel costs. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at phd level. Eligible study areas include Economics and Development Studies. Nationality requirements apply: Developing countries.
Eligibility
Open to researchers who are nationals of developing countries, including Peru, who are working on development economics or related disciplines.
How to apply
Applications close on 2027-03-31. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
phd
Fields of study
Economics and Development Studies
Nationality requirements
Developing countries
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research
- Award
- Monthly stipend plus travel costs
- Funding type
- living stipend
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Fields of study
- Economics and Development Studies
- Nationality
- Developing countries
- Deadline
- Open · 2027-03-31
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20