Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme. Universities of the Coimbra Group offer short-term research visits (1-3 months maximum) to African earlycareer researchers from higher education institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. The programme aims to support
these scholars in continuing research related to their work at their home institution while fostering academic and research collaborations with scientists and institutions based in Europe.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must fulfil ALL of the following requirements:
- 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 will not be considered).
- Be 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/email from a supervisor at the host university confirming their willingness to supervise the work programme during the research stay.
- Apply through the Coimbra Group electronic application process.
- Submit only one application to a single university. Multiple applications will not be considered valid.
- Submit all information in English.
DEADLINE: May 10, 2026.
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