ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

EU-FCCB Master's Scholarship Programme

A fully EU-funded postgraduate scholarship programme supporting Papua New Guinean citizens in ecology, biodiversity, forestry, agriculture, climate change, and the environment.

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The EU‑funded Forestry, Climate Change, and Biodiversity (EU‑FCCB) Master’s Scholarship Program, implemented by Expertise France and managed by the New Guinea Binatang Research Center, supports postgraduate education and research in Papua New Guinea.

By providing scholarships, research grants, and fostering collaboration across universities, government agencies, NGOs, communities, and international networks, the programme strengthens national capacity for evidence‑based environmental management. With a focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and gender‑responsive growth, it empowers students and researchers in fields such as ecology, biodiversity, forestry, agriculture, climate change, environmental economics, and health sciences—building knowledge and skills to promote green jobs and safeguard PNG’s future.

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We Provide:

Scholarship and research grants

We provide scholarships and financial support to help students and researchers pursue advanced studies and impactful research projects.

Collaborative opportunities

We foster partnerships across universities, government agencies, NGOs, and communities to promote knowledge exchange and joint initiatives.

Training programmes

We offer capacity-building in ecology, biodiversity, forestry, agriculture, climate change, environmental economics, and health sciences to equip participants with practical and interdisciplinary skills.

Programme Objectives

  • Build a new generation of skilled environmental professionals through postgraduate education and research.
  • Strengthen research capacity in PNG’s universities and institutes.
  • Connect science directly to policy and conservation strategies.
  • Promote gender equity, reserving half of scholarships for women.
  • Create lasting networks for collaboration across government, NGOs, and international partners.
  • Embed FCCB postgraduate education into PNG’s universities, reducing reliance on external expertise.
  • Ensure locally trained scientists lead conservation and sustainable resource management.
  • Address systemic gaps in higher education and research infrastructure.
  • Build a foundation for evidence-based environmental management and inclusive green growth.

Our Mission

Build knowledge and skills to promote green jobs, safeguard biodiversity, and strengthen evidence-based environmental management.