PhilFrance-DOST Scholarship Program (Philippines)

The PhilFrance-DOST program aims to foster the mobility to France of Filipino professionals working in academic, research, or government institutions. Awardees are selected jointly on the basis of academic excellence to pursue a Master’s or Doctorate degree in French public higher education institutions under the Ministry of National Education, Higher Education and Research of the French Republic.

Aspiring researchers and specialists in the hard sciences, this program is for you!

Fields of Study

The following have been jointly selected by the Embassy of France and the DOST as priority fields of study for these scholarships:

• Agriculture
• Bioengineering
• Bioinformatics (Medical)
• Biological Sciences
• Climate Change
• Forestry
• Health and Medical Research
• Material Sciences
• Medical Chemistry
• Natural Resources and Environment
• Nuclear Application on Health
• Nuclear Medicine
• Veterinary Sciences
• Virology

Scholarship Benefits

• Care of the Embassy of France
  • Coverage of enrolment fees for master’s and doctorate programs under the jurisdiction of the Ministry for Higher Education (Diplôme National) up to EUR 3,770/EUR 380 per academic year, respectively (frais d’inscription). Other costs distinct from the frais d’inscription (such as frais de formation, purchases of educational resources, pedagogical activity fees, etc.) will be shouldered by the grantee.
  • Exemption from the CVEC (after obtention of certificate of exemption)
  • A healthcare package consisting of social security coverage and supplementary insurance (mutuelle)
  • Possibility of obtaining student accommodations at a preferential rate, notably in accessing CROUS student housing services
  • Discounted rates for cultural activities organized by Campus France
  • Exemption from long-stay student visa fees (distinct from TLS Contact processing fee)
• Care of the Department of Science and Technology
  • A monthly stipend to cover living costs throughout the program (calculated by the DOST)
  • Economy class ticket from Manila to the French city of destination, including a return ticket of the same class upon completion of the study program.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicant Requirements
  • Filipino citizens residing in the Philippines at the time of application
  • Not more than 50 years old at the time of application
  • In good physical health
  • Holder of a higher education diploma recognized by the Philippine government allowing enrolment in the chosen degree in France
    • Master’s level applicants must have completed their undergraduate programs as of September 2023
  • Demonstrates excellent academic performance
  • Has knowledge or expertise required to carry out higher studies within the host establishment in the French Republic
  • Completed the admission requirements for graduate studies in any of the public universities in France, including interview and other screening procedures
• Eligible Programs
  • The chosen program must be conducted full-time and under the jurisdiction of the Ministry for Higher Education, issuing a diplome national. Dual degree and joint programs, courses offered by international schools based in France, or those offered at international campuses of French schools are ineligible.
    • Duration: 24 months (Master’s) or 36 months (Doctorate)
    • Language of instruction: English, French, or both

Conditions

• This scholarship program will adopt the existing policies on foreign scholarships implemented by DOST-SEI;
• The qualified applicant will pursue MS or PhD Program on a full-time basis for a maximum period of 24 or 36 months, respectively;
• Officially enroll as full-time graduate student;
• Not avail or enjoy any other scholarships;
• Must have a full-time commitment to the scholarship and must not engage in any form of employment during the scholarship period;
• Required internships within the academic year are allowed.

For more information, visit Embassy of France in the Philippines.