Are you an early-career researcher from Sub-Saharan Africa looking to advance your work through international collaboration? The Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Early-career Researchers from Sub-Saharan Africa 2026 offers a great chance. This program provides short-term research visits of up to three months at top European universities.
Program Overview
The Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme supports young academics from higher education institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. Participants can continue their research projects while building ties with European scientists and schools. Each scholarship lasts one to three months and comes from universities in the Coimbra Group. These schools fund the visits, and the Coimbra Group Office handles applications.
The goal is simple: help researchers from Africa grow their careers and start new partnerships. If your work fits with a host university’s strengths, this could be your path to new ideas and networks.
Who Can Apply?
To qualify, you must meet these key requirements:
- Be born on or after January 1, 1981.
- Hold citizenship and live in a Sub-Saharan African country right now. People already in Europe for study or work do not qualify.
- Work as academic staff at a university or similar institution in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Have a doctoral degree, postdoctoral status, or equal experience (this is preferred).
Some host universities limit spots to researchers from certain African countries. Check the “Remarks” section on each university’s page for details on your country.
Host Universities
Several Coimbra Group members join this program for 2026. Each offers unique research focuses and support. Here is the full list:
- 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)
- University of Würzburg (Germany)
Visit each university’s page to learn about their specific terms, research areas, and any country restrictions.
Application Details
The deadline is May 10, 2026. Start your application through the official Coimbra Group site. Prepare documents like your CV, research plan, and proof of your home institution’s role. Match your project to the host university’s expertise for the best chance.
For full details and to submit, go to the Coimbra Group Scholarship page. Act soon to secure your spot in this valuable program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme 2026?
You can apply if you were born on or after January 1, 1981, hold citizenship in a Sub-Saharan African country, work as academic staff at a university there, and preferably have a doctoral degree or equivalent experience.
What is the duration of the scholarships?
Each scholarship supports short-term research visits lasting one to three months at Coimbra Group universities in Europe.
When is the application deadline?
The deadline to apply is May 10, 2026.
How do I apply for this program?
Submit your application through the official Coimbra Group website, including your CV, research plan, and proof from your home institution; match your project to a host university’s strengths.
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