Bourse AfDB-SHOU 2027 : Bachelor, Master et Doctorat en – 9 novembre 2026

Contexte

Applications are now open for the 2027 African Development Bank Group Shanghai Ocean University Scholarship. The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and the Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU) are pleased to invite interested and qualified African candidates to apply for the 2027 SHOU Scholarship Programmes. The aim of the scholarship programmes is to strengthen Africa’s institutional and technical capacity in sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, marine science and resource management, in line with the Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy (2024–2033).

Missions et responsabilités

The AfDB and SHOU invite qualified candidates from across Africa to seize this unique opportunity to advance their expertise and contribute to the continent’s blue economy transformation.

Profil recherché

Bachelor Degree Program – Eligibility Criteria

• HSK Level 4 with a score above 180 (received within the last two years)
• Take the China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA)

Scholarships Offered – Bachelor (4 years)

• College of Fisheries and Life Science: Aquaculture; Biological Science
• College of Marine Living Resource Science and Management: Marine Fishery Science and Technology; Marine Resources and Environment
• College of Oceanography and Ecological Science: Marine Science
• College of Food Science and Technology: Food Science and Engineering, Biopharmaceuticals
• College of Economics and Management: International Economics and Trade
• College of Engineering Science and Technology: Mechanical Design Manufacturing and Automation; Electrical Engineering and Automation, Robotics Engineering
• College of Foreign Languages: English

Master Degree Program – Programmes & Requirements

• 1. Master of Translation and Interpreting (MTI) (Chinese-taught, 3 years) : Language requirements: HSK Level 5 or above. Trains high-level translators and interpreters for the global language services industry, covering translation practice, conference interpreting and modern translation technology.
• 2. Master of Foreign Languages and Literatures (Area Studies) (English-taught, 3 years) : Language requirements: IELTS 6.0/ TOEFL 80 or above. Centred on Area Studies, covering regional languages, cultures, politics and economies, with particular emphasis on ocean civilisation and global governance. Welcomes applicants from diverse academic backgrounds (public policy, international relations, social science, humanities, STEM background switching track).

Applicants must be nationals of an AfDB Regional Member Country. Applicants to either programme must hold at least a bachelor’s degree and must not be older than 30 years as at 1 September 2027.

Master and PhD Program – Types of Scholarships Offered

• Graduate Programs: Master’s (3 years) and PhD (4 years)
• College of Fisheries and Life Science: Aquaculture; Biology
• College of Marine Living Resour Ce Sciences and management: Fishery Resources
• College of Oceanography and Ecological Science: Marine Science
• College of Food Science and Technology: Food Science and Engineering
• College of Economics and Management: Fishery Economics and Management; Applied Economics (Chinese)
• College of Engineering Science and Technology: Electronic Information (Chinese); Marine Science

Eligibility Criteria – Master’s Program

• Be a national of an AfDB Regional Member Country with experience in the fisheries or blue economy sector
• Hold a bachelor’s degree in related field, or any field, with interest to pursue a career in the fisheries or blue economy sector
• Have English proficiency, with a minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80 (received within the last two years)
• For Chinese-taught programs: HSK 5 with a score above 180 (received within the last two years)
• Be no older than 30 years old by 1st September 2027
• Outstanding academic performance (e.g., GPA ≥ 3.0)
• Applicants whose Chinese language ability does not meet the relevant requirements can apply for a Chinese language program of up to 2 years before starting the study program. They should meet the specific age requirements when starting their study program.

Eligibility Criteria – Ph.D. Program

• Be a national of an AfDB’s Regional Member Country with experience in the fisheries or blue economy sector
• Hold a master’s degree in Marine Science, Aquaculture, Economics, Environmental Policy, Development Studies, or a related field
• English proficiency, with a minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80
• Be no older than 35 years by 1st September 2027
• Research experience with at least 1 paper published
• Strong analytical, research, and policy development skills
• Possess excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with experience in multicultural environments

Conditions et avantages

For all successful candidates, the scholarships will cover:

• Full tuition, accommodation, meals, and monthly stipends
• Access to world-class faculty and state-of-the-art research facilities
• Specialized professional training in marine and aquatic sciences

Note: Successful candidates will be responsible for flight tickets and visa fees.

Dossier de candidature

• CV
• Research proposal
• Published paper(s) (for PhD applicants)
• Application form with the respective supervisor’s name (for PhD applicants)

Comment postuler

PhD applicants are strongly encouraged to reach out to potential SHOU supervisors in advance. Candidates should send their CV, research proposal, and published paper(s) to supervisors for pre-evaluation. The supervisor should be contacted before sending in the application with the respective name stated in the application form.

The full supervisor directory is available at: https://ieo.shou.edu.cn/18224/list.htm.

For More Information: Visit the Official Webpage of the African Development Bank Group Shanghai Ocean University Scholarship.

Application Deadline: November 17, 2026