Research Scholarships in Islamic Studies - MEAE and UMIFRE Network 2026
The essentials at a glance
Who can apply?
Moroccan candidates may apply. Level: Master's, PhD, Postdoctorate. Field: Literature & humanities, Social sciences.
What is the funding?
Fully funded. Amount stated: 1 700 EUR.
What is the deadline?
Deadline: 15 October 2026. 7 days left.
How to apply?
Send your application by email to [email protected].
What is it? Summary of the opportunity
The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE), in partnership with the UMIFRE network, offers field research grants to support emerging research in Islamic studies. This program is aimed at Master 2 students, PhD candidates, and recent PhD graduates conducting research in various disciplines such as history, sociology, archaeology, or textual analysis.
Awardees will be hosted at a research center within the UMIFRE network, such as the Centre Jacques Berque in Morocco, for a duration of 1 to 3 months for Master 2 students, or 6 months for PhD candidates and recent graduates. Candidates must be affiliated with a French university or have recently defended their thesis there.
The program encourages projects that include collaboration with local French research operators. Scholars are expected to integrate into the host team and present their findings at the end of their stay.
Eligibility conditions: who can apply?
| Required degree | Enrolled in Master 2, PhD, or recent PhD graduate from a French university. |
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| Nationality | Open to Moroccan applicants |
| Field | Literature & humanities, Social sciences |
| Language (required) | FR - level C1 (TCF/DALF) |
Benefits and funding: what is covered?
- Amount stated: 1 700 EUR
- Monthly allowance of 1,000 euros for Master 2 students.
- Monthly allowance of 1,700 euros for PhD candidates and recent graduates.
Required documents: what to prepare?
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How to apply? The steps to follow
- - Prepare your application. Compile your file including your CV, research project, invitation letter, and proof of enrollment.
- - Submit your application. Send all required documents via email to [email protected].
- - Meet the deadline. Ensure your complete file is submitted before 15 October 2026.
- - Await selection. The selection committee will review applications during the month of October.
Key dates: what is the deadline?
| Applications open | 1 August 2026 |
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| Submission deadline | 15/10/2026 · D-7 |
| Programme start | 31 December 2026 |
Source and verification: where does the information come from?
This page is an automatic translation of the French text; in case of doubt, the French text and the organisation's official page prevail.
- Centre Jacques Berque (CJB Rabat) - Bourses de mobilité - official page (main source)