Other possibilities

If you are considering a period of study abroad and have not chosen any of the foreign universities or other educational institutions involved in the established Charles University mobility programmes, you can try a number of other schemes: this page contains a regularly updated list of international offers. The stays listed below are organized by foreign universities or research institutions, educational foundations, institutions with links to foreign embassies, non-profit NGOs etc. Some of the stays are partly or wholly funded by the host institution; in other cases, however, the applicants are expected to cover the cost themselves.

• EU TalentOn 2026 scientific competition

  EU TalentOn is a five-day European scientific competition bringing together early-career researchers (aged 21–35) from across Europe. Selected finalists will collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions addressing key challenges under the five EU Missions of Horizon Europe:

  • Adaptation to Climate Change
  • Cancer Prevention and Care
  • Restore our Ocean and Water
  • Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities
  • A Soil Deal for Europe

  EU TalentOn will take place from 7 to 11 September 2026 in Brest, France. Participants will take part in an intensive programme of coaching, workshops and networking activities. Travel, accommodation and meals are fully covered, and a total of €80,000 in prizes will be awarded, including a €12,000 Grand Jury Prize.

  Applications close on 30 April 2026.

  More information can be found here and on EU TalentOn social media profiles on Instagram and LinkedIn.

• Fulbright scholarships for AY 27/28 open

  The Fulbright Commission has announced another cycle of scholarships for the academic year 2027/28. Detailed information on individual scholarships and webinars at https://fulbright.gov.cz/stipendia/zakladni-informace/.

  The Fulbright Commission also draws attention to short-term (days to weeks) and long-term (1-2 semesters) opportunities for hosting American experts. Information can be found on the website here. 

  Information webinars will be held for all programs:

  • April 16, 3 p.m.: Program for scientists and lecturers, including professional experts
  • April 21, 3 p.m.: Student scholarships for study and research stays
  • April 23, 3 p.m.: Fulbright-Masaryk program for scientists and doctoral students
  • May 13, 3 p.m.: Hosting American scholars at Czech universities
  • June 10. 3 p.m.: Fulbright Scholarships Overview

  You must register for the webinar in advance. Those who register will then receive a Zoom link. More information is available here and the webinars here.

• National Taipei University: Hope Scholarship for Students from Ukraine and Central and Eastern Europe

  National Taipei University (NTPU) is offering the Hope Scholarship for Students from Ukraine and Central and Eastern Europe. 

  You can find all the information about the university and the scholarship, including eligibility and scholarship amounts, here.

  Scholarship applications are submitted online by the following deadlines: 

  • for study stays in the winter semester: 31.03.2026
  • for study stays in the summer semester: 31.10.2026

• RIKKYO UNIVERSITY Short-Term Intensive Japanese Program AY2026 (Summer)

  About the program
  The entire program consists of about 46 hours of Japanese classes, including cultural activities. Program capacity is limited, and the maximum number of participants in the program is 30 students. The program PDF is available here.

  In this program, “Beginner” and “Elementary” level classes will be held.

  The classes are suitable for students who have no or little experience in learning Japanese or students who have learned Japanese for approximately one year and are at the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) N4/N5 level. *

  *Please note that English is the primary language for communication in this program, and participants are expected to have a certain level of English proficiency.

  Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and an Official Transcript.

  Program dates
  Tuesday, July 21 - Friday, July 31, 2026

  Participants need to check in at the designated accommodation on July 20, and check out on August 1, 2026.

  Program location

  Rikkyo University, Ikebukuro Campus (Tokyo)

  Application period

  Friday, March 6 – Thursday, May 7, 2026

  Application deadline

  Thursday, May 7, 2026, 11:59 p.m. (JST)

  Application rules are available here.

• DAAD - Konrad Zuse Schools of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence

  The research and training programme focuses on the mathematical and algorithmic foundations of reliable AI along with domain knowledge in 3 core application domains, for which reliable AI methods are most urgently needed: medicine and healthcare, robotics & interacting systems, and algorithmic decision-making. relAI scholarships are intended to support outstanding students who are studying AI related subjects so they are able to focus on their studies. relAI offers a cross-sectional training for successful education in AI including scientific knowledge, professional development courses and industrial exposure, providing a coherent, yet flexible and personalised training. The scholarship is mainly awarded based on academic excellence, but also aims to improve internationalisation and diversity in AI related teaching programmes.

  Requirements: Master´s students pursuing studies in AI and related subjects. Highly qualified students with excellent results.

  Duration: 24 months

  Scholarship: 934 EUR/month

  Deadlines:

  • for PhD positions funded by relAI: the 2026 call will likely open in early December 2025. Updates will be posted here.
  • for MSc scholarships: the 2026 call will likely open in May 2026. Updates will be posted here.

  More information and application requirements on the DAAD website here, or the Konrad Zuse School of Excellence in Reliable AI here.

• EDUFI Fellowship for foreign doctoral researchers in Finland

  The EDUFI Fellowship is intended particularly for starting work on a doctoral research project in Finland. It is open to all Finnish universities and fields of study. The aim of the EDUFI Fellowship is to help make Finnish research and teaching more international and to build networks between Finnish and foreign universities.

  Application deadline: Rolling deadline. You should apply for the grant five months before the start of the fellowship.

  Duration of the fellowship: 3–12 months. For those working on a doctoral research project at a foreign university, the fellowship may be awarded for the duration of a visit lasting 3–6 months.

  Size of grant: EUR 1,900 per month

  You can find more information and application instructions on the Finnish National Agency for Education website.

• Summer and WInter University German language courses at the University of Freiburg

  The Language Teaching Centre (SLI) under the University of Freiburg offers short-term winter and summer German language courses. The 2026 courses take place in March (registration open here), and August and September.

  You can find all important information in the flyers here and here, and also on the University of Freiburg webpage.

• Transparency International School on Integrity 2026

  Transparency International School on Integrity is an annual intensive anti-corruption and accountability training for future leaders. The School exposes its participants to the latest developments in the field of anti-corruption and accountability. Offering our participants real opportunities to try and implement their ideas in practice.

  The upcoming Transparency School will be held from 13 to 17 July 2026. 

  The deadline for applications with a fee waiver is 15 May 2026 and 1 June 2026 for all applications. Applications are submitted directly on the school´s website.

   

Archive of the past offers

To see the past offers, click HERE.

Contact

For more information contact our Exchange coordinator Antonella Kopic Bernardon, email: inbound@fsv.cuni.cz