Applications are now open for the WONCA Europe Scholarship 2026, aimed at supporting outstanding individuals pursuing a career in family medicine. This prestigious scholarship offers financial assistance and mentorship to enhance academic and professional growth over a four-year duration.

  • 🎓 Prestigious scholarship for family medicine professionals to support academic and career growth.
  • 💶 Up to €2,000 per year, awarded for a maximum of four years.
  • 📅 Program starts March 1, 2026; applications due by January 31, 2026.
  • 🌐 Eligibility: English proficiency (CEFR C1), in final year or within 10 years post-family medicine training, member of WONCA Europe National Member Organisation.
  • 📝 Application requires: recommendation letter, CV, statement of experience, scholarship activity plan, and suggested mentor with acceptance letter and CV.
  • 👩‍🏫 Mentor criteria: ≥10 years family medicine experience, ≥10 years international exposure, provide guidance and feedback, not on Scholarship Committee.
  • 📞 Short-listed candidates invited for online interviews; selection notified by February 28, 2026.
  • 🌟 Focus on leadership, communication, organisation, and international engagement in family medicine.

Designation

Scholarship Recipient

Research Area

10 Master’s Students at Universität Hamburg, Germany
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Family Medicine and General Practice

Location

Europe (specific country not designated)

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Open to international candidates who:
  • Speak and read English (CEFR, C1 level; certification not required).
  • Are in the final year of family medicine specialty training, or have completed family medicine specialty training within the last ten years.
  • Have at least three years of experience in family medicine/general practice settings.
  • Are members of WONCA Europe’s full national member organization.
  • Mentors must have:
  • At least ten years of experience in family medicine or general practice.
  • Global experience in general practice organization and leadership.

Job Description

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The WONCA Europe Scholarship Program aims to diminish financial burdens, allowing recipients to focus on their academic and professional advancement in family medicine. It includes:

  • An annual financial award of €2,000 for up to four years.
  • Professional development opportunities, including mentorship and international leadership skill-building.

How to Apply

  1. Complete the online application form and gather the following documents:
  • Academic Transcript
  • Degree Certificate
  • CV/Resume
  • Valid Passport
  • Letter of recommendation from your national member organization of WONCA Europe.
  • An outline of your experiences in family medicine and expected outcomes from the scholarship based on competencies.
  • A detailed schedule of events to enhance international leadership competencies.
  • Recommendation for a mentor along with a brief CV of the mentor.
  1. Submit your application and all accompanying documents to: SecretariatEurope@Wonca.net.
  2. Candidates will be shortlisted and may be required to participate in an online interview.

Last Date for Apply

31st January 2026

Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to advance your career in family medicine with the support of WONCA Europe!

Apply