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DSP CC & Agric at a glance
Why choose the DSP CC & Agric?
High-quality supervision
Scientific and pedagogical support provided by African and international experts.
Pan-African network
A community of researchers from 12 countries and partnerships with Europe and America.
Opportunities & scholarships
Full scholarships and complementary professional training.
Applied research
Research addressing the real challenges of rural communities.
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Our doctoral training
A demanding curriculum, close supervision, and skills geared towards action.
A structured and progressive path
4 months of language preparation in Ghana and Togo, then 6 months of intensive courses at IPR/IFRA. Research continues in one of the member countries, with a scientific stay in Germany, before the defense in Mali.
High-level scientific supervision
Each student is guided by a committee bringing together national and international experts, ensuring personalized and rigorous support.
Skills for resilience
Methodology, modeling, GHG measurement, public policy and sustainable solutions for agriculture.
Programme structure and contents (overview)
- Scientific English and French (4 months, Ghana and Togo) — immersion and methodological foundations.
- Intensive courses (6 months, IPR/IFRA) — climate, agriculture, modeling, GHG.
- Topic validation — committee and thesis milestones.
- Research (member country, or Germany) — experiments, surveys, modeling.
- Scientific stay (Germany) — 3–6 months, reinforcement and co-publication.
- Defense (Mali) — submission, public defense, dissemination.
12 WASCAL member countries
Benin
Burkina Faso
Cabo Verde
Côte d’Ivoire
Gambia
Ghana
Mali
Niger
Nigeria
Senegal
Togo
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Module 22: Development of Process-Based Crop Models at the Field Scale – Prof. Thomas Gaiser
As part of the WASCAL Graduate Research Programme in Climate Change and Agriculture, Module 22 on crop modeling was delivered by Prof. Thomas Gaiser from the University of Bonn. This module strengthened doctoral researchers’ skills in agroecosystem modeling and crop growth simulation dynamics.
GSP CC & Agric Advisory Board Meeting: Two Days of Strategic Reflection in Katibougou
The Graduate Study Programme in Climate Change and Agriculture (GSP CC & Agric) held its annual Advisory Board Meeting on April 1–2, 2026, in Katibougou. This strategic meeting provided an opportunity to review programme activities, address challenges, and enhance academic tools, including curriculum and scientific writing frameworks.
Modules 20 and 21: Soil Organic Matter Management, Soil Fertility and Restoration – Prof. Victor Emmanuel Osodeke
The WASCAL doctoral programme hosted Prof. Victor Emmanuel Osodeke for two intensive modules on soil organic matter management, soil fertility, and restoration, including a scientific visit to the HEINZ IMHOF soil laboratory.
Module 19: Agricultural Policies and Index-Based Insurance – Dr. Ambe Emmanuel Cheo
As part of the WASCAL Graduate Research Programme in Climate Change and Agriculture, Module 19 on agricultural policies and index-based insurance was delivered by Dr. Ambe Emmanuel Cheo (UNU-VIE, Germany) from 9 to 13 March 2026. The module combined policy analysis, academic discussions, and a scientific study visit to the agrophotovoltaic site at IPR-IFRA.
Module 18: Post-Harvest and Climate Change – Prof. Assa Kanté
As part of the WASCAL Graduate Research Programme in Climate Change and Agriculture, Module 18 entitled “Post-Harvest and Climate Change” was delivered by Professor Assa Kanté from IPR/IFRA, Mali. The module started with an in-person session in Katibougou before continuing online and included guest lectures by Prof. Youba Sokona (IPCC) and Ms. Diallo Oumou Modibo Diallo (JVE).
Module 17: Concept of Resilience in Agricultural Systems (Livestock and Cropping) – Prof. Siaka Dembélé
Module 17 of the WASCAL doctoral program focused on the concept of resilience in agricultural systems. Delivered by Prof. Siaka Dembélé from 23–27 February 2026, the course examined climate change impacts on cropping and livestock systems and explored adaptation and climate-smart agriculture strategies.
Module 16: Agroforestry Technologies as Adaptation Measures to Climate Change – Prof. Bouba Traoré
Module 16 of the WASCAL GRP-CC&Agric doctoral programme, delivered by Prof. Bouba Traoré (ICRISAT), introduced students to agroforestry technologies for climate change adaptation through lectures at Katibougou and a scientific excursion to ICRISAT.
Module 15: Agricultural Land Use Mapping (GIS and Remote Sensing) – Prof. Souleymane S. Traoré
As part of the WASCAL GRP-CC & Agric programme, Module 15 on Agricultural Land Use Mapping using GIS and Remote Sensing was held from 09 to 15 February 2026. Delivered by Prof. Souleymane S. Traoré, the module strengthened doctoral researchers’ skills in spatial analysis, image classification, and agricultural monitoring.
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“The CC & Agric DSP has transformed my career. The resources, trainers, and scientific network are exceptional.”
Dr. Awa Traoré
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