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Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement (BAD) et Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU) · Shanghai Ocean University

Shanghai Ocean University Scholarship, master and PhD

Deadline
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Funding
Partial funding
Level
Master’s, Doctorate
Language
English, Chinese
Eligibility
Nationals of a regional member country of the AfDB can apply

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This scholarship supports master’s or PhD study in fields related to marine sciences, aquaculture, fisheries, economics, and selected engineering areas. It covers tuition, housing, meals, and a monthly stipend. Applications are submitted online with a complete CV and the required diplomas attached. For PhD applicants, the research proposal must also be pre-evaluated by a supervisor before submission.

Verified on 9 November 2026

This Shanghai Ocean University program is open to African nationals for studies in marine sciences and aquaculture: the scholarship covers tuition, housing, meals, and a stipend, with the application deadline on November 12, 2026. Applications close on 12 November 2026, that is tomorrow.

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How to apply

Before preparing your application, check the blocking conditions.

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Conditions

Blocking requirements

  • Licence requise pour master

    “Hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field, or in any field, and wish to pursue a career in the fisheries sector or in the blue economy”

    Official text (French): Être titulaire d’une licence dans un domaine connexe, ou dans n’importe quel domaine, et souhaiter poursuivre une carrière dans le secteur de la pêche ou de l’économie bleue

  • English proficiency

    “Demonstrate proficiency in English, with a minimum score of 6,0 on the IELTS or of 80 on the TOEFL (obtained within the last two years)”

    Official text (French): Maîtriser l’anglais, avec un score minimum de 6,0 à l’IELTS ou de 80 au TOEFL(obtenu au cours des deux dernières années)

  • Compétence en chinois pour certains programmes

    “For programmes taught in Chinese: HSK level 5 with a score above 180 (obtained within the last two years)”

    Official text (French): Pour les programmes dispensés en chinois : HSK niveau 5 avec un score supérieur à 180 (obtenu au cours des deux dernières années)

  • Limite d'âge master

    “Be aged 30 years at the latest on 1 September 2027”

    Official text (French): Être âgé de 30 ans au plus tard au 1er septembre 2027

  • Limite d'âge doctorat

    “Be aged 35 years at the latest on 1 September 2027”

    Official text (French): Être âgé de 35 ans au plus au 1er septembre 2027

  • Expérience dans le secteur pour master

    “Be a national of a regional member country of the BAD and possess experience in the fisheries sector or in the blue economy”

    Official text (French): Être ressortissant d’un pays membre régional de la BAD et posséder une expérience dans le secteur de la pêche ou de l’économie bleue

  • Expérience de recherche et publications pour doctorat

    “Justify having research experience with at least one published article”

    Official text (French): Justifier d’une expérience de recherche avec au moins un article publié

  • Pré-évaluation par directeur de thèse (doctorat)

    “Applicants must send their CV, their research proposal and their published articles to the supervisors for a pre-assessment. The supervisor should be contacted before submitting the application, indicating their name in the application form.”

    Official text (French): Les candidats doivent envoyer leur CV, leur projet de recherche et leurs articles publiés aux directeurs de thèse pour une pré-évaluation. Il convient de contacter le directeur de thèse avant d’envoyer la candidature, en indiquant son nom dans le formulaire de candidature.

  • Diplôme master requis pour doctorat

    “Hold a master's degree in marine sciences, aquaculture, economics, environmental policy, development studies or in a related field”

    Official text (French): Être titulaire d’un master en sciences marines, aquaculture, économie, politique environnementale, études du développement ou dans un domaine connexe

  • Nationalité membre de la BAD

    “Qualified candidates from across the African continent”

    Official text (French): Les candidats qualifiés issus de l’ensemble du continent africain

Watch points

  • Billets d’avion et visa non pris en charge

    “NB : successful candidates must cover their plane tickets and visa fees.”

    Official text (French): NB : les candidats retenus devront prendre en charge leurs billets d’avion et les frais de visa.

Dr Kafoutchoni’s reading

The key word here is “pre-evaluation”: for the PhD track, the real trap is thinking the form alone is enough, when the proposal must first receive a favorable review from a thesis supervisor. For a master’s application, the file is mainly judged on the fit between your background, sector experience, and language readiness. Do not treat language and supervision as minor add-ons, because they are two separate locks. The right move is to secure the supervisor or the language proof before you finish the submission.

Dr Medard Kafoutchoni · PhD in Genetics & Bioinformatics · Scholarship Strategist.

Deadlines

Deadline: Open2027

What is actually funded

  • TuitionCouverture de l’intégralité des frais de scolarité, du logement, des repas et d’une allocation mensuelle ; accès au corps professoral et aux installations de recherche
  • AccommodationHébergement couvert pour les candidats retenus
  • MealsRepas couverts pour les candidats retenus
  • Living allowanceAllocation mensuelle fournie, montant non précisé
  • Relocation costsAccès au corps professoral et aux installations de recherche de la SHOU

Not covered: Travel · Visa fees

Countries covered

Nationals of a regional member country of the AfDB can apply. Female applications are strongly encouraged. For PhD applicants, contacting a thesis supervisor comes before submission, not after.

Application pathway

A short path from reading the brief to submitting a properly prepared application.

  1. Check the conditions

    Read the exclusions and blocking requirements before investing time in the application.

  2. Prepare the documents

    Gather the documents below and confirm what the programme actually requests.

  3. Submit on the official site

    Use the official application link and respect the deadline for the relevant cycle.

  4. Track the cycle

    Keep proof of submission and watch for follow-up requests from the provider.

Documents to prepare or confirm

This list helps you prepare; it does not replace the programme’s official checklist.

  • Curriculum vitae (CV)CV complet exigé pour examen du dossier
  • Copies des diplômes requisCopies des diplômes à joindre au dossier en ligne
  • Research projectDoit être envoyé aux directeurs de thèse pour pré-évaluation (doctorat) et indiqué dans la candidature
  • Articles publiésCopies des articles publiés exigées pour les candidats au doctorat

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