Doctoral Scholarships for Candidates from the Global South - call 2027

Deadline 9 February 2027 (Europe/Brussels)Deadline 9 February 2027 (Europe/Brussels)

In short

Ghent University's Special Research Fund offers PhD "sandwich" scholarships for candidates from selected Global South countries, in all disciplines. The scholarship funds 24 months within a 48-month PhD split between Ghent, Belgium, and a partner institution. About 15 scholarships are awarded each year, and the earliest start is 1 October 2027.

• Candidates must come from and hold the nationality of one of the selected Global South countries.
• The proposal is submitted jointly by the candidate, a Ghent University supervisor and a partner university supervisor.
• Co-funding from the partner institution is mandatory; exception requests are due by 15 January 2027.
• Deadline: 9 February 2027 (Europe/Brussels). Likely open: confirm dates and requirements on the official page before applying.

Institution

Ghent University

Location

Ghent, Belgium · Onsite

Type

Scholarship

Field

All disciplines

Level

PhD

Deadline

9 February 2027 (Europe/Brussels)

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