2026/2027 Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Sub Saharan Africa

Job Description

Are you interested in the 2026/2027 Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Sub Saharan Africa? This prestigious opportunity allows early career researchers from Sub Saharan Africa to undertake short term research visits at leading European universities while strengthening international academic collaboration.

The programme is funded by member universities of the Coimbra Group and managed by the Coimbra Group Office. It supports scholars in advancing their research while building valuable connections with experts and institutions across Europe.

About the 2026/2027 Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Sub Saharan Africa

This scholarship programme offers research stays lasting between 1 and 3 months. It is designed to help participants continue their academic work in collaboration with host universities in Europe.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration.

Programme Overview

• Programme Type: Research Programme
• Duration: 1 to 3 months
• Sponsor: Coimbra Group Universities
• Eligible Regions: Sub Saharan African countries
• Application Deadline: 10 May 2026

Participating Universities

Applicants for the 2026/2027 Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Sub Saharan Africa can choose from several top universities, including:

• University of Würzburg, Germany
• Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iaşi, Romania
• University of Barcelona, Spain
• University of Bergen, Norway
• University of Coimbra, Portugal
• University of Cologne, Germany
• University of Granada, Spain
• University of Graz, Austria
• University of Groningen, The Netherlands
• Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Germany
• Heidelberg University, Germany
• Istanbul University, Turkey
• Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland
• University of Padova, Italy
• University of Pavia, Italy
• University of Poitiers, France
• University of Salamanca, Spain
• University of Siena, Italy

Applicants are advised to carefully review the specific requirements of their chosen university before applying.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the 2026/2027 Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Sub Saharan Africa, candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

• Must be born on or after 1 January 1981
• Must be a national and resident of a Sub Saharan African country
• Must not be currently living or studying in Europe
• Must be an academic staff member at a university or equivalent institution in Sub Saharan Africa
• Should preferably hold a doctoral or postdoctoral qualification
• Must obtain an acceptance letter or email from a supervisor at the host university
• Must submit only one application to a single university
• Must complete the application in English

Application Process

To successfully apply for the 2026/2027 Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Sub Saharan Africa, follow these steps:

1. Review the specific conditions of your selected university
2. Identify and contact a research supervisor at the host institution
3. Secure an acceptance letter confirming supervision during your research stay
4. Complete the online application form via the Coimbra Group website
5. Upload the supervisor’s acceptance letter with your application

Applications without a valid acceptance letter will not be considered.

Important Deadline

All applications must be submitted on or before Sunday, 10 May 2026 at midnight Brussels time.

Application Confirmation

After submitting your application, the Coimbra Group Office will send a confirmation email within two weeks. This message will indicate whether your application has been successfully validated.

If you do not receive confirmation, you should contact the Coimbra Group Office promptly to resolve any potential issues before the final deadline.

Why You Should Apply

The 2026/2027 Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Sub Saharan Africa is an excellent opportunity for researchers who want to expand their academic horizons, collaborate internationally, and gain exposure to world class research environments in Europe.

It is particularly beneficial for early career academics seeking to strengthen their research output and build lasting professional networks.

Interested and qualified candidates should click the Apply Button Now.