Ghent University Doctoral Scholarships 2027 in Belgium – Excellent PhD Funding

Programme overview

Ghent University Doctoral Scholarships 2027 in Belgium gives international applicants the chance to pursue studies or research in Belgium, hosted by PhD scholarship at Ghent University (in total 24 months). The Ghent University promoter receives a bench fee of € 310/per month of research in Ghent + € 8.000 travel budget to cover (part of) the operational costs, as well as part of the travelling costs of the student and both the Ghent University and the local promoter. The Ghent University promoter receives a bench fee of € 310/per month of research in Ghent + € 8.000 travel budget to cover (part of) the operational costs, as well as part of the travelling costs of the student and both the Ghent University and the local promoter. Find a supervisor (promotor) at Ghent University. All candidates must have the support of a Ghent University professor (ZAP) who is willing to act as the supervisor for their PhD. Candidates looking for a supervisor can consult the list of faculties and available research topics on the Ghent University Research Explorer . Ghent University professors can decide whether or not to accept a PhD student. Without the support of a Ghent University professor the application is not eligible. Find a supervisor at a partner University/Research Center in the Global South who is willing to supervise the PhD. Make sure the partner University/Research centrer in the Global South is willing to provide a full-time appointment/scholarship for the part that should be caried out in the Global South (24 months co-funding) and guarantees the candidate will be sufficiently exempted from teaching or other assignments whilst executing part of the PhD at the Global South (official statement). Application forms must be submitted (in English) electronically to BOFapplication@ugent.be In addition to the application form, the Ghent University supervisor must also submit the following 2 documents before the deadline: An advice on the candidate , stating the supervisors opinion on the capability of the candidate as a future researcher. An advice on the ethical and biosafety context of the proposed research project. The details below are summarised from the published programme information; always confirm current requirements on the official source page before applying.

Key details

• Scholarship Name: BOF Doctoral Scholarships for Candidates from the Global South
• University: Ghent University
• Host Country: Belgium
• Eligible Applicants: Nationals of selected Global South countries
• Application Deadline: February 9, 2027
• Application Method: Email submission

Ghent University Doctoral Scholarships 2027 in Belgium is open to Nationals of selected Global South countries. The target academic level is PhD. Specific country, field-of-study, and minimum-qualification requirements are set by the host organisation — check the official listing for the authoritative criteria for your profile.

Published benefits and support for selected participants:

• 24 months of scholarship-funded research at Ghent University in Belgium.
• 24 months of locally funded research at the partner institution in the Global South.
• A professor at Ghent University.

Documents and qualifications typically required (confirm on the official page):

• Completed Ghent University doctoral scholarship application form.
• Research proposal and supporting information required in the form.
• Information demonstrating that the applicant meets the scholarship’s eligibility requirements.
• Exception request form and supporting documents, if applicable.
• Read several of their recent research publications.

1. Review the full eligibility criteria and requirements on the official source page.
2. Prepare the documents listed in the requirements section above.
3. Submit your application via Email submission before the deadline (February 09, 2027).
4. Monitor your email / applicant portal for interview or status updates.