Ghent University, by way of its Special Research Fund (BOF), invitations purposes for PhD “sandwich” scholarships. These scholarships help gifted PhD college students from the Global South, enabling them to conduct a part of their analysis at Ghent University (“North”) and half at a associate college in the Global South (“South”).
The scholarship funds 24 months of analysis at Ghent University. Applicants should safe funding for the remaining 24 months of analysis at the associate college in the South.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates should:
- Be nationals of certainly one of the Global South international locations (see [Country List 2025]).
- Submit their proposals collectively with:
- A Ghent University supervisor (promoter).
- A supervisor from the associate college in the South.
- Pursue a PhD diploma at Ghent University (joint levels are allowed). Exchange college students will not be eligible.
- Be at the starting of their PhD; candidates should have no less than 36 months of doctoral analysis remaining as of October 1, 2025.
- Ensure the analysis subject aligns with the North-South context, although all fields are welcome.
- Note: Supervisors might help as much as two candidates of various genders per name, encouraging feminine researcher participation.
Co-Funding Requirements
The associate college in the South should:
- Appoint an area PhD supervisor.
- Provide a written assertion confirming the candidate will:
- Receive a full-time scholarship or wage for 24 months.
- Have adequate time to give attention to PhD analysis (most 10% devoted to different duties).
Mandatory Mobility Scheme
Applicants should adhere to the following analysis keep schedule:
- Start and finish their PhD analysis with a 3–12 month keep at Ghent University.
- The first analysis keep at Ghent University should start between October 1, 2025, and February 28, 2026.
- Conduct 24 months of funded analysis in the South between these stays.
Exceptions to the Mobility Scheme
Applicants might request exceptions for:
- PhD research program necessities at the associate college.
- Mandatory subject analysis in the South.
- Prior funded PhD analysis (as much as 12 months) at both Ghent University or the associate college.
To request exceptions, candidates should submit the “Request Exception Funding and Mobility Scheme” kind to BOF@ugent.be by January 17, 2025.
Scholarship Benefits
- PhD Scholarship: 24 months at Ghent University.
- Bench Fee: €310/month throughout the analysis keep in Ghent.
- Travel Budget: €8,000 for operational and journey prices.
Application Process
Applications have to be submitted in English to BOFapplication@ugent.be by February 19, 2025.
Documents required:
- Completed [Application Form 2025].
- Supervisor’s recommendation on:
- The candidate’s potential as a researcher.
- Ethical and biosafety issues of the analysis mission.
Important Dates
- Deadline for Applications: February 19, 2025.
- Selection Results: Announced on-line from May 21, 2025.
Contact
Special Research Fund (BOF)
Email: BOF@UGent.be
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