Programme de bourses SAINT EXUPERY - Cotutelle ou codirection de thèse

Program Overview

This programme provides financial support for Argentine researchers to undertake research stays in France, contributing to their doctoral or postdoctoral studies. It is designed to foster international collaboration and enhance academic exchange between the two countries.

Benefits and Funding

The programme offers a monthly stipend for researchers, as well as financial assistance for airfare. This comprehensive support ensures that participants can focus on their research without financial concerns during their stay in France.

Fields and Study Levels

The programme welcomes applications from researchers across a wide range of disciplines, including agriculture and food industry, architecture, urban planning, arts, culture, design, biology, chemistry, communication, law, environment, computer science, languages, literature, management, mathematics, physics, health sciences, education, engineering, economics, political sciences, humanities, social sciences, sports, tourism, hospitality, transport, and logistics. Both doctoral and postdoctoral study levels are eligible.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a minimum of Bac + 6 qualifications.
• Be enrolled in a doctoral programme at an Argentine university with a cotutelle or codirection agreement.
• Have completed the academic requirements of their first year of doctoral studies.
• Postdoctoral researchers must be professors or researchers at a public university and be recommended by the Rector or Dean of their institution.
• Provide proof of language proficiency in either English or French.
• Be a citizen of Argentina (excluding those with French nationality).
• Reside in Argentina at the time of application.
• Have received acceptance from a French university or institution for their doctoral cotutelle or postdoctoral research.
• Commit to returning to their home country upon completion of the scholarship.

How to Apply

The application process for 2024 has not yet been announced. Please stay tuned for further updates on eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and required documents.

Key Takeaways

• The Saint Exupéry Programme offers short-term research stays in France for Argentine researchers.
• It is jointly organised by the French Embassy and the Ministry of Education in Argentina.
• Financial support includes a monthly stipend and airfare assistance.
• Eligible fields cover a broad spectrum of disciplines, including science, humanities, and social sciences.