Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme 2026/2027 for early-career researchers from Sub-Saharan Africa.

Critères d'éligibilité

- Born on or after 1 January 1981. - Nationals and current residents of a Sub-Saharan African country. - Academic staff members of a university or equivalent higher education institution in Sub-Saharan Africa. - Preferably hold doctoral/postdoctoral or equivalent academic status. - Obtain an acceptance letter from a supervisor at the host university.

Présentation du programme

## Overview The Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme provides short-term research visits, lasting between 1 to 3 months, for early-career researchers from higher education institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. The programme’s primary goal is to enable these scholars to continue research relevant to their work at their home institutions while simultaneously building academic and research collaborations with scientists and institutions throughout Europe. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply and will receive prioritization. ## Eligibility Applicants must meet all the following criteria: * Be born on or after 1 January 1981. * Be nationals and current residents of a Sub-Saharan African country (candidates already living and/or studying in Europe are ineligible). Specific host universities may have further country restrictions; applicants should consult the "Remarks" section of each university's offer. * Be academic staff members of a university or equivalent higher education institution in Sub-Saharan Africa. * Preferably hold a doctoral/postdoctoral or equivalent academic status. * Obtain an acceptance letter/email from a supervisor at the chosen host university, confirming their willingness to supervise the applicant's work programme during the research stay. This document is mandatory. * Apply through the Coimbra Group electronic application process. * Submit only one application to a single university. Multiple applications will be rejected. * Submit all information in English. ## Benefits The scholarships are generously funded by participating Coimbra Group member universities. Specific benefits vary by host institution: * **Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iasi (Romania):** Free accommodation in a University guest residence + 1500 RON (approx. 300€) scholarship + reimbursement of travel expenses based on distance (ranging from 28€ for 0-99 km to 1735€ for over 8000 km). * **University of Barcelona (Spain):** 1.500€ per month (to cover accommodation and living expenses). Travel costs are not funded. * **University of Bergen (Norway):** 1800€/month + reimbursement for a return economy flight, up to a maximum of 1200€. * **University of Coimbra (Portugal):** 750€ per month + up to 1100€ travel support. * **University of Cologne (Germany):** 6.000€ total, which includes 1.500€ for travel and 3 monthly grants of 1.500€ each. * **University of Granada (Spain):** 800€/month + travel expenses up to 800€ will be reimbursed. ## How to apply 1. Identify a potential academic supervisor at a participating Coimbra Group University. Visit the university's website or contact the designated person for details. 2. Secure an acceptance letter/email from the academic supervisor at the host university. This letter must confirm the supervisor's willingness to work with the applicant if the scholarship is awarded. 3. Ensure all required documents and information, especially the acceptance letter, are ready before starting the application. 4. Complete the Coimbra Group electronic application form. Only one application to a single university is permitted. Incomplete or multiple applications will be rejected. 5. Research visits will occur during the 2026/2027 academic year. The exact dates and structure of the visit must be directly agreed upon between the applicant and the academic supervisor at the host university. **Note:** The registration form for 2026 applications is currently closed.

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