DTU Open Call

The DigiWind DTU Open Call is an educational scholarship program offering a tuition fee waiver of €30,000 for students pursuing a Master's degree at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in fields related to the digitalization of wind and energy systems. The funding covers the full costs for a two-year Master's program, with a total budget of €120,000 available to support up to four students.

This opportunity is specifically aimed at new applicants for DTU's Master's programs in Wind Energy, Sustainable Energy Systems, and Sustainable Energy Technologies. Eligible candidates must be citizens of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Türkiye, or Ukraine, and possess a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc Eng), Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), or Bachelor of Natural Science (BSc) from an internationally recognized institution. Industry professionals contributing to the digitalization of the renewable energy sector are also eligible.

The application process consists of two stages: first, applicants must apply for the Master's programs between August 15 and September 15, 2025, followed by the DigiWind fee waiver application from August 15 to October 15, 2025. The deadline for the fee waiver application is October 15, 2025, at 17:00 Brussels time. Only applications submitted via the F6S platform will be considered.

The selection will be based on merit, with a panel of DTU academics evaluating applications. Candidates will be notified within one week of the call's closure, and successful applicants must confirm their acceptance within five business days. There is no requirement for co-funding from applicants, although they are responsible for living expenses and other personal costs. The ambition of the program is to foster expertise in renewable energy digitalization by supporting students from specific Eastern European and Balkan countries.

This opportunity is not funded by the EU but is published on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal for visibility. The program has a commitment to transparency and will provide an evaluation report to applicants outlining the results of the selection process. For more information, candidates can visit the DigiWind official page.

The DigiWind DTU Open Call offers a tuition fee waiver worth 30,000 EUR for students pursuing a master’s degree at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in fields related to the digitalisation of wind and energy systems. The waiver covers the full costs for the entire two-year (120 ECTS) MSc program at DTU. Up to four students are expected to receive this waiver.

The call targets applicants for the following DTU MSc programmes: MSc in Wind Energy, MSc in Sustainable Energy Systems, and MSc in Sustainable Energy Technologies. Selected candidates will be based at DTU Risø and Lyngby Campus in Denmark, where they will have access to both in-person teaching and flexible digital learning opportunities. This Open Call is intended for new applicants seeking admission to DTU MSc programmes in Wind Energy and Sustainable Energy for the Spring 2026 intake.

To be eligible for the fee waiver, applicants must first apply to one of the MSc programmes during the official application period of DTU, which runs from August 15th to September 15th, 2025. Only after submitting the MSc application can candidates apply for the DigiWind fee waiver, which will be open from August 15th to October 15th, 2025. The deadline for the DigiWind fee waiver application is October 15th, 2025, at 17:00 (Brussels time). The expected duration of participation is 22 months. The total funding available is 120,000 EUR. The project acronym is DigiWind, and the full name of the EU funded project is Digital Masters of Wind and Energy Systems. The grant agreement number is 101122836. The topic is DIGITAL-2022-SKILLS-03-SPECIALISED-EDU Specialised education programmes or modules in key capacity areas.

The program is aimed at individuals with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc Eng), Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) or a Bachelor of Natural Science (BSc) degree obtained at an internationally recognized university/higher education institution and/or existing industry professionals who can contribute directly to the digitalisation of the renewable energy sector. A foundational knowledge in physics, math, and engineering principles is required. Preference will be given to applicants with a strong motivation to pursue a career in Wind and Energy Systems and those who demonstrate a solid academic background in these fields. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree, master's degree, and/or be an industry professional who can contribute directly to the digitalisation of the renewable energy sector. Applicants must be a passport holder of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Türkiye, or Ukraine.

Submission will be done exclusively via the F6S platform. A full list of applicants will be drafted containing their basic information for statistical purposes and clarity, which will also be shared with the EC for transparency. Applications will be evaluated by a panel of three Academics/Researchers at DTU Wind and Energy Systems. For more information on the selection and evaluation process, please refer to the Guidelines for Applicants.

A ranked list of candidates will be prepared, and scholarships will be offered following the order of merit within one week of the closing of the DTU Open Call. Successful applicants must indicate their intention to take up the offer within five business days. Approval for admission to the MSc programme at DTU is subject to consideration by the relevant department and will be granted after a thorough review of the candidate's academic background and application materials. Admitted students will receive further instructions from the DTU Admission Office.

Evaluation results will be compiled into an Evaluation Summary Report, which will be sent out to applicants. Depending on the evaluation outcome (acceptance or rejection), applicants will receive via email:

Acceptance: An Evaluation Summary Report (ESR), a Waiver letter offer, and an invitation to the enrolment phase and following steps.

Rejection: An Evaluation Summary Report (ESR) for eligible applications that reached the internal evaluation phase, and a rejection letter to ineligible applications.

Applicants who are not satisfied with the evaluation of their application may, within 3 working days of the result being issued, submit a written appeal, which will be reviewed by a panel, chaired by the DTU DigiWind representative, Project officer, and one external member. Appeals are typically not allowed for disagreements with the academic judgment (score) or if the decision was based on the applicants misunderstanding of the application. Valid grounds for appealing a fee waiver offer decision generally focus on errors in the assessment process or claims of discrimination.

This call is launched solely by DTU, and the financial support will be provided directly by DTU. The publication of this call in the EU Funding & Tenders Portal is made solely for information purposes with the aim to increase the visibility of this call to the public, including to potential applicants (i.e. students).

For more details, visit https://digiwind.org/open-calls/dtu-open-call/

In summary, the DigiWind DTU Open Call provides tuition fee waivers for eligible students from specific countries who are seeking to pursue a Master's degree at DTU in Denmark, focusing on the digitalisation of wind and energy systems. The application process involves first applying to the relevant MSc program at DTU and then applying for the DigiWind fee waiver through the F6S platform. The selection process is based on academic merit and motivation, and successful applicants will receive a 30,000 EUR tuition fee waiver for the two-year program. The call is specifically targeted at students from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Türkiye, or Ukraine, who have a background in engineering or natural sciences and a strong interest in the renewable energy sector.

Eligible Applicant Types: The eligible applicant types are individuals with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc Eng), Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) or a Bachelor of Natural Science (BSc) degree obtained at an internationally recognized university/higher education institution and/or existing industry professionals who can contribute directly to the digitalisation of the renewable energy sector.

Funding Type: The funding type is a tuition fee waiver.

Consortium Requirement: The opportunity is for a single applicant.

Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): Applicants must be passport holders of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Türkiye, or Ukraine.

Target Sector: The target sectors are digitalisation of wind and energy systems, renewable energy, and education. Specifically, the program targets MSc programmes in Wind Energy, Sustainable Energy Systems, and Sustainable Energy Technologies.

Mentioned Countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Türkiye, Ukraine, and Denmark.

Project Stage: The project stage is for students aspiring to pursue a master’s degree.

Funding Amount: The funding amount is a tuition fee waiver worth €30,000, which covers the full costs for the entire two-year (120 ECTS) MSc program at DTU. A total funding of 120,000 EUR is available, with up to four students receiving the waiver.

Application Type: The application type is an open call.

Nature of Support: The beneficiaries will receive non-monetary services in the form of a tuition fee waiver.

Application Stages: The application process involves two stages. First, applicants must apply to one of the MSc programmes during the official application period of DTU (August 15th to September 15th, 2025). Only after submitting the MSc application can candidates apply for the DigiWind fee waiver (August 15th to October 15th, 2025).

Success Rates: The success rate is not explicitly mentioned, but it is stated that up to four students are expected to receive the waiver.

Co-funding Requirement: Co-funding is not explicitly mentioned as a requirement.

Summary: The DigiWind DTU Open Call offers a tuition fee waiver of €30,000 to students from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Türkiye, or Ukraine who are seeking to pursue a master's degree at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in Wind Energy, Sustainable Energy Systems, or Sustainable Energy Technologies. The waiver covers the full tuition costs for the two-year MSc program. Applicants must first apply to the MSc program at DTU and then apply for the DigiWind fee waiver. The selection process involves evaluation by a panel of academics/researchers at DTU Wind and Energy Systems, and successful applicants will be notified within one week of the call's closing. The application must be submitted via the F6S platform. This call is launched solely by DTU and is not an EU action, although it is published on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal for visibility. The aim of the program is to support students who can contribute to the digitalisation of the renewable energy sector.