PhD Sandwich Scholarships for Global South Candidates at Ghent University (All Fields) Ghent University in

Ghent University is offering Special Research Fund (BOF) PhD 'sandwich' scholarships for promising doctoral candidates from Global South countries. This unique program allows students to conduct half of their PhD research at Ghent University in Belgium and the other half at a university in their home country or another Global South institution. The scholarship covers 24 months of research at Ghent University, including a monthly bench fee and a travel budget, while the candidate must secure full-time funding for the remaining 24 months at the partner university. The program is open to all research fields, with a preference for projects relevant to North-South collaboration and development.

Applicants must be nationals of eligible Global South countries, at the early stage of their PhD, and must apply jointly with supervisors at both Ghent University and the partner institution. The application process requires a written commitment from a Ghent University professor, and applications must be submitted in English. The deadline for applications is 17 February 2026, with results announced from 20 May 2026. This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking international research experience and collaboration, with a strong emphasis on gender balance and research impact in the Global South.