International at UNAM

16/06/2026

Opportunity for African Women Scientists

The Women for Africa Foundation has launched the 12th edition of the Science by Women programme, offering African women researchers the opportunity to undertake a six-month postdoctoral fellowship at leading research centres in Spain.

Who is it aimed at?

Women who are citizens of and reside in an African country, hold a PhD in a scientific field and have a current or recent contractual affiliation with an African university or research organisation.

What does the programme offer?

- A six-month postdoctoral fellowship at a centre of research excellence in Spain
- A monthly stipend covering accommodation, living expenses and insurance
- Round-trip flights
- Assistance with visa fees
- Access to mentoring, training opportunities and the N.O.W. is Africa Network

Since its inception, the programme has supported more than 190 women scientists from 38 African countries, strengthening scientific leadership and collaboration across the continent.

What is the application deadline?

Tuesday, 30 June 2026. All applications must be submitted in English through the programme's online application platform.

How to contact?

For enquiries not addressed in the guidelines, contact: [email protected]

For more information and applications:
https://mujeresporafrica.es/12th-edition-science-by-women/

Terms and conditions:
https://mujeresporafrica.es/science-by-women-convocatoria/

15/06/2026

📢 Learn Africa Canarias 2026 Calls

💻More than 450 online scholarships are available for African women to access specialised training programmes delivered by academic institutions in the Canary Islands, without leaving their home countries.

An opportunity to continue fostering talent, leadership and access to education as drivers of social transformation.

*Courses will close progressively as places are filled.

🗓️ Find all the information about the courses, eligibility criteria and application process on our website.

🔗https://mujeresporafrica.es/en/learn-africa-canarias-programe-2026/

With the support of the Directorate General for Relations with Africa of the Canary Islands Government.

15/06/2026

📣 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬!
Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program brings accomplished professionals to the United States at a midpoint in their careers for a year of non-degree study and related professional experiences. Fellows are selected based on their potential for national leadership and commitment to public service in either the public or private sector.

Visit the official webpage for full details: https://na.usembassy.gov/hubert-h-humphrey-program/

Apply online by July 31, 2026: https://apply.iie.org/huberthhumphrey

For more info, email: [email protected]

12/06/2026

Looking for opportunities for developing world scientists? You can find announcements for fellowships, grants, trainings, and awards on the TWAS deadlines listing! Find it here: https://twas.org/opportunities/deadlines

04/06/2026

Staff members from the International Relations Office and the School of Business Management, Governance and Economics recently attended an International Week at partner institution, FH Technikum Wien (FHTW). The two institutions have an MOU and an agreement for academic collaboration and student exchange in business, engineering, computing and natural sciences.

Operating under the theme of "From lecture to lab: connecting teaching, research and industry" the international week focused on modalities of linking higher education and industry for improved research, programme relevance and learning outcomes. The event blended academic presentations, collaborative sessions, company visits, cultural excursions, and networking opportunities for participating professors and administrators from universities in Asia, Africa, North America and Europe.

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02/06/2026

The International Relations Office recently carried out a campus outreach exercise to the northern campuses as part of the SHINE Erasmus+ CBHE Project Work Package 2 activities. During the outreach, IRO staff delivered presentations to academic staff and management on the strategic role of internationalisation at UNAM, the SHINE project, the operational mechanisms of partnerships and linkages, and international funding opportunities. They also undertook campus tours to become familiar with the facilities such as laboratories, lecture halls, sports facilities, libraries and staff and student accommodation.

01/06/2026

Computer Science student Klaudia Angula enjoyed her exchange at DHBW Karlsruhe in Germany. She describes her exchange semester as "one of the most unforgettable and life-changing experiences" of her life.

29/05/2026

📢 Call for Applications: 5 “Female only” PhD Graduate Teaching Assistantship at Haramaya University, Ethiopia 🇪🇹

Please view link below for more information on the call 👇

https://news.ruforum.org/call-for-applications-5-female-only-phd-graduate-teaching-assistantship/

20/05/2026

🎓 Traineeship Opportunity at the EU Delegation to Namibia 🇪🇺🇳🇦

Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Curious to learn more about the work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Namibia?

The EU Delegation to Namibia is offering a 6-month traineeship in 2026 within its Press, Political and Information Section.

📍 Location: EU Delegation to Namibia
⏳ Application deadline: Friday, 5 June 2026
🗓️ Tentative start date: September 2026

This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an international diplomatic environment.

🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/namibia/funded-traineeship-young-graduates-eu-delegation-namibia_en

18/05/2026