VUB PhD Scholarship 2026
About this scholarship
VUB PhD Scholarships are doctoral research positions at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, typically offering funded PhD study in Belgium across specific research projects and departments.
VUB PhD Scholarship refers to funded doctoral research opportunities offered by Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in Belgium. These scholarships are usually attached to specific research projects, laboratories, or faculties at the university and allow candidates to pursue a PhD while contributing to active academic research.
Based on recent postings, VUB PhD Scholarships can support research in areas such as artificial intelligence, autonomous mobility, medical image analysis, biomedical engineering, and data science. The scholarship is normally hosted at VUB in Brussels and may involve collaboration with hospitals, research institutes, or industry partners depending on the project.
Funding is typically fully funded for the doctoral period, with one recent posting explicitly stating support for up to 4 years. Benefits mentioned in VUB PhD postings include funded employment or scholarship support, health-related benefits, transport support, leave entitlement, and access to campus services. Exact coverage can vary by project, faculty, and contract type, so applicants should read the individual vacancy carefully.
Applicants generally need a relevant master’s degree in the subject area of the advertised PhD, along with strong academic results and research potential. Depending on the project, VUB may also expect technical skills such as programming, machine learning, engineering methods, or prior subject-specific experience. Some positions may require strong English, while others may ask for both Dutch and English.
Applications are usually made through the specific VUB vacancy page or the platform named in the call. Because these scholarships are project-based rather than a single centralized award, deadlines, required documents, and exact eligibility conditions vary by opening. Students interested in a VUB PhD Scholarship should monitor VUB research job postings and apply directly to the advertised doctoral position that matches their background.
Eligibility
Who can apply for this scholarship
Applicants typically need a relevant master's degree in the field of the advertised project. Recent VUB PhD Scholarship postings have sought candidates from backgrounds such as Business Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electronics, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science. Candidates are generally expected to show strong research potential, motivation, and project-relevant technical skills. Some openings may also require teaching interest or specific language ability, including English and, in certain cases, Dutch.
Requirements
Documents typically needed to apply
Language requirements
Varies by project; English is commonly required, and some positions require excellent knowledge of both Dutch and English.
Where you can use this
Open positions accepting VUB PhD Scholarship.
