WHO Fellowships Programme

The WHO Fellowships Programme provides health professionals from eligible countries with technical training, study tours and postgraduate or professional education to strengthen national health workforces. It includes short and long-term training, distance learning and international study tours delivered in partnership with national ministries and host institutions. The programme is aimed at building advanced public health knowledge, leadership skills and international experience. Fellows are expected to return to serve in their home country after completion.

Fully supported technical training, international exposure, professional networking, leadership development, advanced public health knowledge and opportunities to study at internationally recognized institutions.

Applicants should be health professionals or scientists nominated by their national health administration, be in good health, meet academic requirements for the proposed training, usually be under 55 years of age, and commit to returning to their home country after completing the fellowship.

Eligible candidates must be nominated by their national health administration; for fellowships lasting three months or longer candidates submit an online application reviewed by the WHO Regional Office and are advised to consult their Ministry of Health.