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Hi Dubai
19-03-2025
- Politics
- Hi Dubai
MOFA Opens Applications for 2025 Scholarship Programme to Cultivate Future Diplomats
The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has announced the opening of applications for its 2025 Scholarship Programme, running from May 1 to June 1. The initiative aims to develop national talent by supporting outstanding Emirati students in pursuing higher education at 60 top international universities, specializing in key diplomatic fields. Designed to foster innovation and excellence in diplomacy, the programme equips scholars with the expertise to contribute to the UAE's foreign policy and global influence. It aligns with MOFA's vision of developing highly skilled diplomats capable of adapting to global challenges and strengthening the nation's international presence. Eligible candidates must be UAE nationals aged 17 to 22 with a valid passport, family book, and certified good conduct. Academic requirements include a minimum score of 80% in the Advanced and Elite secondary streams or 90% in other curricula, along with an English proficiency certificate (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent). Applicants must also secure admission to a MOFA-approved university and commit to serving in the diplomatic corps for a period equal to their years of study. The programme unfolds in three stages: undergraduate studies abroad, a postgraduate diploma at the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy, and eventual appointment to MOFA's diplomatic corps. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Al Etihad
18-03-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
MOFA opens registration for 2025 Scholarship Programme
18 Mar 2025 19:50 ABU DHABI (WAM) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has announced the opening of applications for its 2025 Scholarship Programme, running from May 1 to June programme supports outstanding Emirati students in pursuing higher education abroad at 60 leading international universities, specialising in key diplomatic aims to develop national talent and equip future diplomats with the expertise to contribute to the UAE's foreign policy and global initiative fosters innovation and excellence in diplomacy, empowering scholars to excel in the diplomatic corps. It also strengthens MOFA with skilled national talent, capable of shaping UAE foreign policy and making a global Scholarship Programme aligns with its vision to develop diplomatic expertise that adapts to global changes and strengthens the UAE's international presence. It aims to equip a new generation of highly qualified diplomats with the skills to lead in international relations, emphasising competence and requires applicants to be UAE nationals with a valid passport, family book, and certified good must be between 17 and 22 years old and achieve a minimum score of 80% in the Advanced and Elite secondary education streams or 90% in the General, Technical, and other must also hold an English proficiency certificate with a minimum score of 6.5 in Academic IELTS or an equivalent TOEFL score and secure admission to a MOFA-approved candidates are required to commit to serving in the Ministry's diplomatic corps for a period equal to their years of Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises prospective applicants to visit its official website at to review the necessary documents and application requirements. The Scholarship Programme encompasses three primary stages: first, scholars complete their undergraduate studies abroad; second, they enroll at the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy to obtain a specialised postgraduate diploma in diplomacy and international relations; and finally, upon fulfilling graduation requirements, they are appointed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and join the diplomatic corps.
