The PhD Scholarships at Ghent University in Belgium offer outstanding students from developing countries an exceptional opportunity to advance their academic and research careers in Europe. This fully funded PhD scholarship program supports international researchers who are eager to contribute to global development through innovative and impactful research at one of Europe’s leading universities.
Located in the heart of Belgium, Ghent University is recognized as an international research institution dedicated to solving real-world challenges. By fostering collaboration between researchers from diverse fields, the university aims to bridge the global knowledge gap and promote sustainable development.
Details of the Ghent University PhD Scholarships 2026
- Host Country: Belgium
- Host Institution: Ghent University
- Degree Level: PhD
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Eligible Applicants: International students from developing countries
- Application Deadline: February 17, 2026
Scholarship Value and Funding Coverage:
The Ghent University PhD Scholarships 2026 provide generous financial support to ensure recipients can fully focus on their research without any financial burden. Scholarship benefits include:
- Monthly tuition fee subsidy: €310
- Operational and travel support: €8,000 to support Ghent University promoters, local promoters, and students with project implementation and fieldwork.
- These funds are intended to cover accommodation, travel, and operational costs during the research program.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for this fully funded PhD scholarship in Belgium, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Nationality: Nationality: You must be a citizen of a developing country.
- Research Collaboration: Applicants must submit a joint research proposal under the supervision of a promoter from Ghent University and a promoter from Southern University.
- Research Focus: The proposed research must be development-oriented and focus on issues relevant to the applicant’s country or region.
- Joint PhD Program: Applicants must demonstrate their interest in pursuing a joint PhD degree at Ghent University.
- Gender Preference: Female candidates are encouraged to apply, as this program supports gender equality in research and academia.
Required Application Documents
- Applicants must provide the following documents when applying for the Ghent University PhD Scholarships 2026:
- A letter of recommendation issued by the candidate’s supervisor confirming their competence as a researcher.
- An ethical and biosafety assessment of the proposed research project.
Application Deadline:
The application deadline for the 2026 Ghent University PhD Scholarships in Belgium is February 17, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to Apply?
Interested Students must complete and submit the online application form available on the official Ghent University website. Applicants must ensure that all required fields, including personal and academic information (full name, country, address, and date of birth), are filled in correctly.
Once the form is finalized, the completed application should be sent to the following email address:BOFapplication@ugent.be
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