ESED Scholarships for Sustainable Energy Development Studies (GSEP)

The ESED scholarship pays US$10,000 per year for up to two years to master's students working on sustainable energy development. The Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership (GSEP) runs the award to build knowledge in this field and to help recipients make a real contribution to it.

It is aimed at strong students from developing countries who want advanced training in zero-carbon energy and related areas.

• Host: Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership (GSEP)
• Level: Master's programmes
• Study destination: any approved academic institution worldwide
• Value: US$10,000 per year for up to two years
• Awards: about 12 each year
• Who: citizens of developing countries listed by DAC/OECD
• Deadline: 7 April 2023 (5pm ET)

You may study at any approved academic institution around the world. GSEP particularly encourages applications from students studying at universities in the global South.

The award is for master's programmes in areas tied directly to zero-carbon energy development, sustainable energy development, renewable energy and/or the power sector.

Around 12 scholarships are given each year.

Open to citizens of developing countries listed by DAC/OECD.

Each scholarship is worth US$10,000 per year. It can run for up to two years and is offered at master's level.

To be eligible for this scholarship, prospective applicants must:

• Undertake master's-level studies in the fields of zero-carbon energy, smart grids, electric transportation, energy storage, advanced electricity technologies, public policy, economics, law, political science, or other relevant fields.
• Pursue full-time studies for at least one full school year (two or three semesters) as of mid to late 2023
• Be a citizen of a developing country on the list of official development aid recipients identified by the Development Assistance Committee of the OECD
• Be committed to returning to their home country/territory after their studies to contribute to its development
• Be an outstanding student
  • Graduates with excellent grades in the top 20% of their class
  • Is committed to zero-carbon energy development
  • Has a history of community involvement
  • Is determined to advance their knowledge and understanding

This suits a graduate with top grades who is starting or continuing a full-time master's in zero-carbon energy or a closely related field, and who plans to go home afterwards to work on development there.

If you study at a university in the global South, GSEP says it wants to see your application in particular.

Applications are currently closed.

Submit your application and the required documents through the ESED Online Scholarship Application System. The deadline is 7 April 2023 (5pm ET), but you are strongly encouraged to send your file as early as possible.

Check the official website (link below) to reach the online application system and for full details on how to apply.

• Who can apply for the ESED scholarship? Citizens of developing countries on the DAC/OECD list who are taking a full-time master's in a relevant energy field and who plan to return home after their studies.

• How much does the scholarship pay? US$10,000 per year, for up to two years of master's study.

• Can I study at any university? Yes, at any approved academic institution around the world. GSEP gives extra encouragement to students at universities in the global South.

• What is the deadline? 7 April 2023 at 5pm ET. GSEP advises applying early.

• How do I apply? Use the ESED Online Scholarship Application System and submit the required documents with your application.

• Read the official guidelines before you start, and check which documents the online system asks for.
• Prepare transcripts, proof of citizenship and your study plans early so you are not rushed near the deadline.
• Make your commitment to zero-carbon energy and to returning home clear in your application.
• Ask a referee for a strong academic reference well in advance.
• Submit before the deadline; the earlier the better, as GSEP advises.