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Training Future Researchers

Educating a new generation of Moroccan and African researchers for careers in industry and academia within a competitive research environment.

Promoting Excellence

Creating a hub of excellence in doctoral research that fosters creativity, entrepreneurship, and maintains high academic standards.

Cross Disciplinary Education

Offering cross-cutting trainings on relevant topics to address the needs of the doctoral students to conduct their research under the best conditions.

Building fructuous collaborations

Establishing lasting collaborations and scientific exchanges with international institutions for students international exposure and interdisciplinary culture.

Explore Our 6 Doctoral Programs Across UM6P's Key Clusters

Humanities

  • PhD in Economics
  • PhD in Political Sciences & Global Studies
  • PhD in Behavioral & Social Sciences

Business

  • PhD in Management & Organizational Sciences

Science & Technology

  • PhD in Science, Technology & Engineering

Medical

  • PhD in Biological and Medical Sciences

Explore CEDoc's Distinguished Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Programs

  • UM6P International PhD Program
    UM6P International PhD ProgramUM6P's international doctoral program supports aspiring academics with mentoring, scientific aid, and scholarships, aiming to help Moroccan students excel in doctoral studies and establish themselves in their fields. Learn more
  • UM6P/EPFL 100 PhD Program
    UM6P/EPFL 100 PhD Program'100 PhDs for Africa' is a vital aspect of UM6P and EPFL's Excellence in Africa initiative. It funds science and engineering graduates pursuing PhDs in African institutions to foster academic excellence and scientific research. Learn more
  • PASET RSIF Program
    PASET RSIF ProgramPASET, since 2013, enhances African scientific skills, uniting nations and investors like China, India, and Korea. It bridges public-private gaps, boosting knowledge acquisition. Learn more
  • UM6P/CNRS International Post doctoral Program
    UM6P/CNRS International Post doctoral ProgramThe UM6P/CNRS International Postdoctoral Program offers exceptional opportunities for researchers to enhance careers, expand skills, and foster international collaborations. Learn more
  • The African Scholarship Program
    The African Scholarship ProgramUM6P partners with CGIAR to offer scholarships for 100 African PhD Scholars to study and conduct research at UM6P, advancing agricultural research for global food security and sustainability. Learn more
  • UM6P PhD Doctoral Challenge
    UM6P PhD Doctoral ChallengeThe UM6P CEDoc's PhD Doctoral Challenge fosters collaboration among PhD students, leveraging institutional diversity for complex interdisciplinary research projects, promoting skill diversity. Learn more

CEDoc In Numbers

+ 750

PhD Students

+ 35

Research structures

+ 40

PhD students abroad

+ 5

PhD Programs

Latest News

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Exciting Opportunity: Over 300 Fully Funded PhD Positions at University Mohammed VI Polytechnic!

Are you ready to embark on an academic journey that will shape the future of research and innovation? The University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) is thrilled to announce the availability of over 300 fully funded PhD positions through our prestigious Center for Doctoral Studies. This is your chance to join a cutting-edge research community and contribute to groundbreaking projects that address global challenges. We invite applications from qualified candidates holding a master’s or engineering degree, or equivalent. New thesis topics are now open for application until July 31, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your academic career at UM6P.

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International Research and Innovation Seminar

UM6P and Foundation Ibn Rochd have been at the forefront of fostering academic excellence, and research in Morocco and beyond. Their scholarship programs and unwavering support have played a vital role in nurturing the talents of brilliant Moroccan students, guiding them on their academic journey from CPGE to Grandes Ecoles and leading international universities. Simultaneously, they have cultivated an environment of cutting-edge research and technological innovation. One noteworthy example of these scholarship programs is the UM6P International PhD Program. It serves as a testament to the commitment of both institutions to create a welcoming research environment, providing mentoring, scientific support, and fellowship for students aspiring to pursue an academic career.

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The Center for Doctoral Studies is launching the second cohort of the UM6P International Doctoral Program

The UM6P International Doctoral Program offers mentoring, scientific support, and fellowship for talented students interested in an academic career. This program aims to facilitate recruitment and promote Moroccan student success throughout their doctoral studies and serves as leverage to help them stand out in their fields. In a cross-disciplinary environment, PhD students build up and expand interdisciplinary thinking, skills, and experiences at the highest level in the targeted research disciplines.