1. France Excellence Scholarships

In partnership with the Consulate General of France in Jerusalem, FMSH is offering France Excellence Scholarships for Palestinian students interested in master's and PhD studies in France for the 2025-2026 academic year.

• Application Deadlines: December 29, 2024, for Master’s level; January 6, 2025, for PhD level.

• Benefits: Monthly stipend, optional 1-year preparatory French course for B1-level students, and support with visa and logistics.

• For Details and Applications: Visit the France Excellence Scholarships page.

2. Themis Mobility Program

This program supports researchers facing academic freedom constraints in their countries, offering short-term (2-3 months) research stays in France to engage in fieldwork, library, and archival research.

• Application Deadline: December 9, 2024.

• Benefits: €1,800 monthly allowance, round-trip ticket, and support for visa and accommodation.

• For Details and Applications: Visit the Themis Program page.

3. Short-Term Postdoctoral Mobility Fellowship Program

Jointly organized with the Arab Council for the Social Sciences (ACSS), this program is dedicated to postdoctoral researchers from Arab countries to pursue research or related activities in France for 2-3 months.

• Application Deadline: December 9, 2024.

• Benefits: Monthly stipend of €1,800, round-trip ticket, visa support, and access to professional development activities.

• For Details and Applications: Visit the Short-Term Postdoctoral Mobility Fellowship page.

How to Apply

Each program has specific eligibility criteria and application requirements. Interested candidates should carefully review the guidelines for their chosen program and submit all application materials via the FMSH online platforms by the stated deadlines.

These programs offer scholars from the Arab region and other countries the opportunity to expand their research horizons, engage in collaborative networks, and contribute significantly to their academic fields.