Applications are currently being accepted for the Landscape Alliance | CIFOR & ICRAF - Germany CGIAR++ Science and Impact Hub PhD Scholarship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Landscape Alliance | CIFOR & ICRAF - Germany CGIAR++ Science and Impact Hub PhD Scholarship
The aim of the Hub`s PhD Scholarship is to involve PhD students that are enrolled at German universities in CGIAR++ research program/project and in this way strengthen the links between German universities and international, development-oriented agricultural research. The Hub supports and empowers the next generation of impact-oriented researchers, offering hands-on experience, mentorship and interdisciplinary training directly aligned with global development goals such as the SDGs, the Paris Climate Agreement, and other multilateral commitments.
Benefits of Landscape Alliance | CIFOR & ICRAF - Germany CGIAR++ Science and Impact Hub PhD Scholarship
- a scholarship of EUR 1,800 per month for a period of three years with the possibility for a 12-month extension if the progress of the PhD project indicates that the PhD can be completed within these 12 months.
- in addition to the monthly scholarship a research grant of EUR 25,000 may be requested, which can be used for research related to the PhD project.
- a scientific support program in the form of courses and seminars, which are recognized in the respective universities for the structured PhD programs.
Landscape Alliance | CIFOR & ICRAF - Germany CGIAR++ Science and Impact Hub PhD Scholarship Requirements
- have a Master's degree in Agricultural Sciences or a related field (e.g. biology, geography, sociology, veterinary medicine, marine biology, forestry, political sciences, law, economics etc.) with an above average final grade. For non-European degrees, a ranking from the issuing university must be included.
- get in contact with a senior CGIAR++ Scientist and a professor affiliated to a German university to develop the scientific proposal together. Only applications from such “tridems” will be accepted.
- be hosted by a CGIAR++ Center, attached to an ongoing CGIAR++ research activity, best in form of an international, multidisciplinary project. The envisaged PhD project must be complementary and provide an added value to the ongoing CGIAR++ research activity.
- be jointly supervised by a CGIAR++ senior scientist and a professor affiliated to a German university.
- enroll into a PhD study program at a German University but do not need to be German nationals. Applicants from CGIAR++ partner countries are welcome and we particularly encourage female students to apply.
Application Date and Process
- Letter of motivation (signed by the applicant and max. 1 page)
- Curriculum vitae (in tabular form, signed and dated, max. 1 page
- Research proposal. Please use the provided template - Template download
- MSc certificate and transcript of academic records issued by the examination office
- TOEFL or IELTS certificate or other English proficiency certificate
Following documents have to be sent by the respective supervisors as one PDF by e-mail to [email protected]
- Letter of recommendation and supervision confirmation from a professor affiliated to a German university (University supervisor). Please use the provided template - Template download
- Letter of recommendation and supervision commitment from a CGIAR++ center scientist (CGIAR++ supervisor), stating the attachment to a CGIAR++ research program/project. Please use the provided template - Template download
- Hosting Agreement from the respective CGIAR++ center. Please use the provided template - Template download
Application Deadline
30 November, 2026
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