Ghent University Scholarships for International Students 2026

Anagha Anilkumar from India is a 2023 Erasmus Mundus Scholar pursuing a Master’s in Health Management in Aquaculture (EMJM AQUAH). This program, jointly conducted by Ghent University (Belgium), Wageningen University (Netherlands), NTNU (Norway), and the University of Barcelona (Spain), provides specialized training in aquatic animal health, disease prevention, and sustainable aquaculture practices. Anagha completed her first semester at Ghent University and selected NTNU for her subsequent semesters due to its focus on ecosystem and health management in aquaculture.

Anagha’s strong academic background in Fishery Science, combined with practical experience in seed production, research, and biotechnology, helped her secure this highly competitive award. She was also offered a partial scholarship for another Erasmus Mundus program, ACES-STAR, but chose AQUAH for its alignment with her research interests.

Read Anagha’s story and learn how her passion for aquaculture led her to this prestigious opportunity.

Kennedy Agyei-Manu from Ghana is an Erasmus Mundus scholar currently pursuing a Master’s in International Rural Development (IMRD). His program has taken him to Ghent University in Belgium and L’Institut Agro Rennes-Angers in France and included a field case study in Italy.

After two unsuccessful attempts, Kennedy secured the Erasmus Mundus scholarship on his third try, crediting his persistence, improved application materials, and guidance from past applicants and online resources. His experience highlights the value of resilience and continuous learning.

Read his full story for insights on navigating multiple rejections and adapting to life in different countries.

Iqra Ali Mirza from Pakistan is pursuing the European Master’s in Clinical Linguistics (EMCL) under the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Scholarship, studying across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Finland. With a background in psychology and international research experience, Iqra’s strong academic alignment, research credentials, and compelling statement of purpose helped her stand out in a highly competitive selection process. Her program focuses on language and its disorders, integrating psycholinguistics, neurolinguistics, and clinical practice, and has offered rich academic and cross-cultural experiences.

Explore Iqra’s journey to learn how clarity of purpose, flexibility, and early preparation can lead to a transformative, multidisciplinary education across Europe.