UNESCO/Poland Fellowships in Archaeology & Conservation 2026-2027: Apply Now

Applications are now open for the UNESCO/Poland Co-Sponsored Fellowships in Archaeology and Conservation 2026-2027. This program offers seven spots for talented people from select countries to gain hands-on training in Poland. If you have a background in archaeology or conservation, this could be your chance to build skills and connect with experts.

Program Overview

The fellowships come from the Polish National Commission for UNESCO and Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, Poland. They aim to build skills in human resources and foster friendships between nations. Selected fellows will join a nine-month archaeological internship from October 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.

The main course focuses on new multidisciplinary methods in archaeological practice. Fellows will also take extra courses to round out their training. All learning happens at the Faculty of Archaeology at the university.

Benefits Provided

Polish authorities cover key costs to help fellows focus on their studies.

• Free tuition for nine months, plus access to university facilities under local rules.
• Monthly allowance based on your degree: 2,200 PLN for a Master’s (about 550 USD) or 1,800 PLN for a Bachelor’s (about 450 USD). This covers living expenses and housing in Poznań.
• One-time arrival allowance of 2,200 PLN for Master’s holders or 1,800 PLN for Bachelor’s to pay for trips, events, workshops, or seminars.

UNESCO adds these supports:

• Round-trip international travel from your home country to Poland.
• Health insurance for the full fellowship period if you pass a medical check.
• A one-time pocket allowance of 120 USD.

Who Can Apply

To qualify, you must meet these basic rules:

• Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, ideally in archaeology or conservation.
• Read and write English well.
• Be no older than 40 years.

Degrees must be complete before you apply. They need to match European Union standards, so provide certified English copies.

Eligible Countries

The program targets developing nations. Check if your country is on this list:

• Algeria
• Bolivia
• Cameroon
• Cape Verde
• Cuba
• Ecuador
• Egypt
• Ghana
• Georgia
• Iran (Islamic Republic of)
• Iraq
• Jamaica
• Kazakhstan
• Mauritius
• Moldova
• Mongolia
• Peru
• Republic of South Africa
• Senegal
• Sudan
• Tanzania
• Uganda
• Ukraine
• Uzbekistan

How to Apply

Follow these steps to submit your application. Start early, as deadlines are firm.

Step 1: Review Key Documents

Read Annex I (Terms and Conditions) and Annex III (Study Programme) on the UNESCO site. These explain rules and what to expect.

Step 2: Contact Your National Commission

Reach out to your country’s National Commission for UNESCO. Find contacts here: UNESCO National Commissions list. Ask about local steps.

Step 3: Gather Documents

Prepare these items in English:

• Full UNESCO fellowship form (four pages, capital letters, no handwriting unless in caps).
• Passport photo copy.
• Scanned passport home page.
• Certified Bachelor’s or Master’s degree copies.
• Language certificate if English is not your first language (from an authority).
• Two recommendation letters from work-related contacts.

Step 4: Submit to National Commission

Send everything to your National Commission. They pick nominees and forward them to UNESCO by May 15, 2026 (Paris time midnight).

Step 5: Final UNESCO Submission

If nominated, email your application to the UNESCO address provided by your commission (with a copy to another specified email). Only endorsed applications count.

The deadline is May 15, 2026. Visit the official UNESCO page for full details and links.

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