Young professionals in the agricultural sector from Kyrgyzstan have received a unique opportunity to undergo free training at prestigious universities in Hungary. The FAO in Kyrgyzstan has announced the start of applications for a joint scholarship program organized by the government of Hungary and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations for the academic year 2026–2027.
Master's Program at the Highest Level
The aim of the program is to prepare specialists capable of implementing innovative solutions in the agro-industrial complex. The current enrollment offers three key areas for the master's program:
Agricultural Biotechnology (Saint Istvan Campus, Gödöllő);
Animal Nutrition and Feed Safety (Kaposvár Campus);
Plant Protection (University of Debrecen).
The duration of the training course is two years and is conducted in English.
Social Guarantees
The financial obligations of the program are fully covered by the Hungarian side, making participation as accessible as possible for students. The grant includes:
100% coverage of tuition and registration fees;
Accommodation in student dormitories;
Study materials;
Health insurance;
A monthly stipend to cover food and personal expenses.
Who Can Participate?
Kyrgyzstan is traditionally one of the beneficiary countries. The program is open to ambitious citizens of the country who have a higher education (bachelor's degree or equivalent), are proficient in English, and wish to develop agriculture in their homeland. Over two decades of the program's existence, more than 400 specialists have become "ambassadors of agriculture," successfully building careers after returning from Europe.
Key points for applicants:
Application deadline: until February 28, 2026.
Applications should be sent by email: [email protected].
Start of training: September 2026.
FAO specialists note that this is not just studying, but an opportunity to access a global network of scientists and experts, which opens up unique career prospects in international organizations and large agricultural holdings.
