Blue Grant Scholarship 2026

The Blue Grant Scholarship is a graduate scholarship opportunity offered under the BE-Prosper Project and linked to the University of British Columbia (UBC). It is designed to strengthen professional and academic capacity in areas connected to the blue economy, including fisheries value chains, coastal governance, marine spatial planning, sustainable ocean management, and related regional trade and maritime themes.

Based on the referenced posting, successful candidates are first screened by IGAD and then proceed to the UBC graduate application process for the relevant intake. The scholarship is described as a full scholarship for selected candidates, although exact funding components such as stipend levels are not specified in the posting.

The opportunity is intended for applicants with a strong academic or professional interest in blue economy and fisheries management topics. A prior university degree in fields such as natural sciences, engineering, or social sciences is expected, especially where previous study is relevant to marine and fisheries science, environmental economics, agricultural economics, maritime studies, or similar disciplines. The programme especially targets professionals already working in government, the public sector, private sector, international or intergovernmental organisations, and related institutions.

The referenced call specifically mentions eligibility for candidates from South Sudan, Djibouti, and Somalia, and indicates an age range requirement. Study is hosted in Canada at UBC. In general, applicants should expect an initial screening stage followed by the university's graduate admission process, which may include the standard application form and associated admission documents. Because details can vary by call cycle, applicants should verify the latest requirements and procedures through the current scholarship announcement and university admission guidance.