Apply now for the SHARE_Africa PhD Research Scholarships to receive training in Italy or Africa, benefit from a monthly stipend, research support, and mentorship from top international experts. Apply below:
When is the Application Deadline?
The applicatrion deadline is 30 May 2025, at 12 p.m. CET
Tell Me About The University of Florence SHARE_Africa Fellowship:
The SHARE_Africa PhD Research Scholarships support 12 PhD students to conduct research aligned with the priorities of the EU structural missions and the Science Technology, and Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA-2024). The program fosters research collaboration between African and Italian universities, offering candidates the opportunity to participate in visiting research periods within Italian or African research groups. Each selected student will receive a grant of €14,000 to cover travel, visa, health insurance, subsistence, and accommodation costs during a six-month mobility period.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
Candidates must select a research topic within one of the following thematic areas aligned with SHARE_Africa’s blended intensive courses for 2025/26:
- Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Tourism
- Innovative Technologies for Sustainable Water Management
- One Health, Global Health, Planetary Health
- Precision Agriculture and Sustainable Food
- Strategic Energy Planning and Industrial Ecology for Local Sustainable and Just Development
- Sustainable Business for New Challenges
Research topics must also align with the STISA-2024 priority sectors: agriculture, health, ICT, energy, environment, and strategic priorities, including industrialization, human capital, frontier technology, science diplomacy, private sector engagement, youth, and gender.
Type:
Research Fellowship
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Who can Apply for the University of Florence SHARE_Africa Fellowship:
Also, to be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be enrolled in a PhD program at one of the eligible African universities (Annex 1) or one of the six Italian partner universities, with at least one year remaining until graduation.
- Candidates must demonstrate multidisciplinary and cross-disciplinary research interests aligned with the program goals.
- Proficiency in English for effective communication (spoken and written).
- Priority is given to incoming students (those coming to Italy) but outgoing students (those traveling to Africa) are also eligible.
How are Applicants Selected?
Applicants are evaluated based on:
- Commitment to pursuing research aligned with the program priorities.
- Willingness to extend knowledge beyond their field of study.
- Willingness to train undergraduates at their home institutions.
- English communication skills.
- The evaluation includes an assessment of application documents and a video interview by the Selection Committee.
- Equal opportunity and support are given to candidates with fewer opportunities, including female PhD candidates with childcare responsibilities or physical disabilities.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following via email:
- Certificate of enrollment in a PhD program from an eligible university
- Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages, in English) including academic and professional experience
- Motivation letter (max 1 page, in English) explaining reasons to participate
- Support letter from PhD supervisor/tutor (max 1 page, in English)
- Research project proposal (max 1 page, in English) indicating host university
- Acceptance letter from the hosting department (max 1 page, in English)
- Additional documents (max 2 pages, in English) highlighting innovation experience or training roles
Incomplete or inconsistent applications will be considered ineligible.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
African countries
Where will the Award be Taken?
Italy and Africa
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of the University of Florence SHARE_Africa Fellowship?
Additionally, each awarded student receives a grant of €14,000 to cover:
- Travel expenses
- Visa costs
- Health insurance
- Accommodation and subsistence costs during the six-month research mobility period
The grant is paid in three instalments throughout the mobility period.
How Long Will the Award Last?
6 months
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit their complete application package by email to [email protected] by May 1st, 2025 (12:00 PM CET). The application must include all required documents
