BelgiumGhent University Doctoral Scholarship 2027 supports doctoral research with a sandwich PhD structure and funding for research stays in Belgium and partner institutions. This scholarship provides monthly allowances, bench fees and a travel budget for candidates from selected developing countries.
The scholarship is hosted by Ghent University and is aimed at fostering development-specific research in collaboration with a Ghent promoter and a partner promoter in the Global South. Ghent University provides supervision, research stays, and funding to enable impactful doctoral research.
Ghent Doctoral Scholarship Benefits
- The scholarship provides approximately €2,550 per month during the 24 months of research conducted at Ghent University.
- The Ghent University supervisor receives a bench fee of €310 per month (for each month the student conducts research in Ghent) to support research and operational expenses.
- An additional travel budget of €8,000 is provided to cover part of the travel costs for the student, the Ghent University supervisor, and the local supervisor, as well as other operational needs.
- The PhD follows a sandwich structure, with research periods at Ghent University and at the partner institution in the Global South.
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Ghent Doctoral Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must belong to a developing country.
- A joint proposal must be submitted by a candidate, a Ghent University promoter, and a South University promoter.
- Research topics should be development-specific.
- Candidates wishing to pursue a joint PhD degree at Ghent University are encouraged.
- Female students are preferred for the scholarship.
Required Documents
- Advice on the candidate, which declares the supervisor’s opinion regarding the candidate’s capability as a future researcher.
- Advice on the ethical and biosafety aspects of the research project that is to be proposed.
How to Apply for Ghent Doctoral Scholarship
- The applicants have to apply online.
- Provide all your detailed personal information, e.g., name, address, date of birth, country, etc.
- Complete all the required fields for each level.
- Complete your application carefully.
- Application forms should be sent to BOFapplication@ugent.be
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Tuesday, 9 February 2027. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Ghent Doctoral Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply based on the official programme details.
Who can apply for the Ghent Doctoral Scholarship?
Candidates must belong to a developing country and submit a joint proposal together with a Ghent University promoter and a South University promoter. Research topics should be development-specific and candidates wishing to pursue a joint PhD degree at Ghent University are encouraged. Female students are preferred.
What funding does the scholarship provide?
The scholarship provides approximately €2,550 per month during the 24 months of research conducted at Ghent University. In addition, the Ghent supervisor receives a bench fee of €310 per month for each month the student conducts research in Ghent, and an €8,000 travel budget is provided to cover part of travel and operational costs.
What is the structure of the PhD programme?
The PhD follows a sandwich structure with research periods at Ghent University and at the partner institution in the Global South. The total duration and specific research stays include first and final research stays at Ghent and at least 24 months of research in the Global South.
What documents are required to apply?
Required documents include advice on the candidate which declares the supervisor’s opinion regarding the candidate’s capability as a future researcher, and advice on the ethical and biosafety aspects of the proposed research project. Applicants must provide detailed personal information in the online application.
How do I submit my application?
Applicants must apply online and complete all required fields carefully, providing detailed personal information. Application forms should be sent to BOFapplication@ugent.be as indicated in the official instructions.
Is there a deadline for applications?
Yes. The application deadline for the Ghent University Doctoral Scholarship Program is 9 February 2027, as stated in the programme details.
Are there any preferences in selection?
The programme states that candidates must be from developing countries and that female students are preferred. Additionally, proposals must be joint submissions involving promoters from Ghent and the partner South institution, and the research should be development-specific.
What is the role of the Ghent promoter?
The Ghent promoter is a co-applicant on the joint proposal and provides supervision during the research stay at Ghent University. The Ghent promoter also receives a bench fee of €310 per month for each month the student conducts research in Ghent to support research and operational expenses.
Does the scholarship cover travel expenses?
An additional travel budget of €8,000 is provided to cover part of the travel costs for the student, the Ghent University supervisor, and the local supervisor, as well as other operational needs related to the research project.
Can applicants pursue a joint PhD degree?
Yes. Candidates wishing to pursue a joint PhD degree at Ghent University are encouraged. The programme requires a joint proposal by the candidate, a Ghent promoter, and a South University promoter and supports sandwich-structured research between Ghent and partner institutions.
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