The UM6P-CGIAR African PhD Scholarship Program

We are excited to share an opportunity for prospective African PhD students to pursue their doctoral studies in the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at UM6P. The UM6P-CGIAR African PhD Scholarship Program, launched in collaboration between UM6P and CGIAR, aims to support outstanding scholars in advancing research and innovation for sustainable development across the continent.

A total of 10 scholarships are available for candidates pursuing PhDs closely aligned with the following six core research themes:

Systems Approaches for Sustainable Intensification of African Agriculture
Soil Health to Sustain Food Security in Africa
Biodiversity and Genetic Resources to Sustain Food Security in Africa
Role of Social Sciences Research to Sustain Food Security in Africa
Climate Change Adaptation, Mitigation, and Water Management in Africa
Big Data & Geospatial Science in Agricultural Research and Extension

Application Deadline: 15 August 2024, via the UM6P CEDoc Platform.

Link to the application HERE

About UM6P’s PhD Program:

The Center for Doctoral Studies (CEDoc) at UM6P offers a 4-year doctoral program dedicated to training students in academic research through a path of excellence and innovation. The structure includes:

One pre-doctoral year: Comprehensive training to enhance students’ disciplinary knowledge, methodological skills, and integration into academic communities.
Three-year PhD research program: Conducted at CGIAR Centers with supervision from both UM6P and CGIAR.

Scholarship Benefits:

Full tuition and fee coverage
Monthly stipend for living expenses
Health insurance
Research and travel grants
Opportunities for international research placements

Eligibility Criteria:

Relevant master’s or Master of Philosophy degree
At least 6 months of professional research experience within the last 5 years
Strong motivation and interest in pursuing a PhD in agricultural research
Proficiency in English
African nationality
Commitment to the full duration of the program

Application Requirements:

Personal resume (2 pages max)
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Cover letter
Certified copies of academic transcripts and diplomas
Proof of language proficiency (if applicable)
Two letters of recommendation
Research publications or patents (if any)
Detailed research proposal (2-3 pages) aligning with one of the research priority areas

For further information, please contact cedoc@um6p.ma.