Studying abroad is a one-of-a-lifetime opportunity. Aside from experiencing a new culture, meeting a lot of people, and seeing breathtaking places, studying in a foreign country will give you a global perspective in your chosen field. It will surely boost your career opportunities.
Scholarships, grants, and other forms of funding are offered by University of Montenegro to international students. We’ll discuss them in this article, and you can use them to fulfill your dream of studying abroad without incurring high costs. So, let’s get started!
University of Montenegro Scholarships for International Students
Gabriel Rivas-Mena — PhD in marine biodiversity, artificial reefs and marine literacy; current candidate
Reported gross living allowance of €2,092 per month in Montenegro and a €600 monthly mobility allowance. The host received roughly €57,000 for research expenses, including materials, conferences, fieldwork travel and accommodation, and publication fees.
Examples of Featured Recipients’ Application Backgrounds
Recipient and degree/program
Scholarship/application route
Reported background and preparation
Gabriel Rivas-Mena — PhD in marine biodiversity, artificial reefs and marine literacy; current candidate
MEDiverSEAty topic-specific doctoral application
Bachelor’s in General Biology and Erasmus Mundus MSc in Marine Biological Resources (IMBRSea). His master’s thesis examined Mediterranean cold-water coral restoration. Volunteer research projects and Mediterranean field experience supported his application; his supervisor later identified that regional experience as decisive.
How Recipients Met Language Requirements
Language requirement route
Stories / total degree-study stories
Recipients and examples
Prior English-medium master’s diploma accepted as proof of English proficiency
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Gabriel Rivas-Mena — PhD in marine biodiversity, artificial reefs and marine literacy; current candidate: His English-taught master’s diploma served as sufficient proof.
Application Timelines Reported by Recipients
Recipient and degree/program
Application or scholarship route
Reported application timeline
Gabriel Rivas-Mena — PhD in marine biodiversity, artificial reefs and marine literacy; current candidate
MEDiverSEAty recruitment through EURAXESS
A few months before finishing his master’s, began searching for PhD positions → found the topic at the Institute of Marine Biology → submitted documents and a research proposal → was invited to interview.
Interview Experiences Reported by Scholarship Recipients
Recipient and degree/program
Interview organisation/stage
Reported experience
Gabriel Rivas-Mena — PhD in marine biodiversity, artificial reefs and marine literacy; current candidate
Doctoral selection interview
Described the interview as the most challenging stage, requiring a clear account of strengths and sincere communication of technical and interpersonal skills.
Academic and University Experiences
Recipient and degree/program
Reported experience
Gabriel Rivas-Mena — PhD in marine biodiversity, artificial reefs and marine literacy; current candidate
Described a six-month partner-institution secondment as part of his network and interdisciplinary training alongside fellows from marine ecology, philosophy and geography.
What Featured Recipients Would Do Differently
Recipient and degree/program
Retrospective lesson
Gabriel Rivas-Mena — PhD in marine biodiversity, artificial reefs and marine literacy; current candidate
Would have researched local facilities more deeply during the interview phase.
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