Join the Doctoral Study Programme on Climate Change and Agriculture (DSP CC & Agric)

Train with experts to build a sustainable future in West Africa.

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How to apply?

Follow these 4 simple steps to join the DSP CC & Agric.

Check your eligibility

Use our interactive tool to confirm that you meet all the required conditions.

Prepare your documents

Gather your CV, degrees, recommendation letters and any other requested document.

Submit your application

Complete the online form and upload your documents before the deadline.

Wait for selection

Our scientific committee will evaluate your file and inform you of the results.

Eligibility conditions

Check in 2 minutes if you are eligible for the DSP CC & Agric.

  • Citizen of a WASCAL member country
  • Relevant Master’s degree
  • ≤ 40 years at the deadline
  • Proficiency in French and English
  • Availability full time (3 years)

Required documents for your application

Prepare in advance all the required documents to submit a complete and admissible file.

  • 📄Application form duly completed and signed
  • 🎓Certified copies of university degrees (Bachelor’s & Master’s)
  • 📝Official transcripts for each academic cycle
  • 🗣️Language certificates (French and English, if available)
  • 🧑‍🏫Two letters of recommendation (at least one academic)
  • 🗂️Up-to-date academic and professional CV
  • 📜Research proposal (3–5 pages) aligned with the programme themes
  • 🪪Copy of a valid identity document
💡 All documents must be merged into a single PDF before uploading to the platform.

Application Form

Carefully fill in the information below and attach your documents. You will receive an acknowledgement by email.

Application timeline

Follow the key stages of the application process and prepare accordingly.

Gather the required documents and shape your research proposal.

Online form available; complete applications are received.

Deadline to submit your application on the platform.

Official announcement of admitted candidates and enrolment instructions.

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Supervision & Scientific Network

Benefit from high-level academic supervision and an international network of researchers, institutions, and partner universities.

Meet our faculty
WASCAL
IPR/IFRA
USTTB
Université Laval
DAAD
BMBF
University of Bonn
University of Hamburg