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We list funded PhD scholarship programmes at research institutes and universities, with structured data on country, field of study, stipend, and eligibility where available.

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PhD Scholarships in France

French doctoral contracts (contrat doctoral) and institute fellowships support life-science research at INRAE-style centres, universities, and graduate schools. This directory lists 13 institute-level PhD scholarships in France, including 13 with a published monthly stipend. Typical disclosed funding is around €1,900/month among programmes on this page. Use the filters below to narrow by research field, stipend band, or institution type.

13 programmes · typical stipend 1900 €/month

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CIRAD

PhD Scholarships at Emmanuel Doelsch (CIRAD)

Plants & crops

France

Agricultural Sciences, Earth Science, Environmental Sciences, Plant Sciences, Production Ecology and Resource Conservation, Sustainable Development and Rural Innovation

2,220 €/month

Emmanuel Doelsch, a research director at CIRAD in France, oversees PhD opportunities focused on environmental biogeochemistry and sustainable waste management in agricultural contexts. His work emphasizes soil health, pollutant dynamics, and eco-friendly practices in tropical and subtropical…
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INRAE

PhD Scholarships at INRAE - National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment

Plants & crops

France

Agricultural Sciences, Biodiversity, Environmental Sciences, Food Sciences, Nutrition and Health, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences, Water and Climate

2,200 €/month

INRAE, France's leading research institute dedicated to agriculture, food, and the environment, offers a range of PhD scholarships designed to attract talented international students. These opportunities focus on cutting-edge research in sustainable agriculture, environmental sciences, and fo…
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BSA

PhD Scholarships at Bordeaux Sciences Agro

Plants & crops

France

Agricultural Sciences, Food Sciences, Forestry and Agroforestry, Plant Sciences

2,100 €/month

Bordeaux Sciences Agro, a leading French grande école in agronomy, offers PhD scholarships that attract international students passionate about sustainable agriculture and food systems. These programs emphasize research in agronomy, environmental sciences, and related fields, providing foreig…
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LIBio

PhD Scholarships at Laboratoire d'Ingénierie des Biomolécules (LIBio)

Data & digital agriculture

France

Bioinformatics, Biology, Biotechnology, Food Sciences, Nutrition and Health, Plant Breeding

2,000 €/month

The Laboratoire d'Ingénierie des Biomolécules (LIBio) at the University of Lorraine offers PhD opportunities in biomolecular engineering, focusing on protein design, biocatalysis, and structural biology. These programs emphasize innovative research in areas like enzyme engineering for industr…
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uB

Université de Bourgogne (University of Burgundy)

Plants & crops

France

Agricultural Sciences, Food Sciences, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,000 €/month

The Université de Bourgogne offers PhD programs that attract international researchers interested in advancing knowledge in fields like environmental sciences and food sciences. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, the university provides opportunities for doctoral candidates…
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AgroParisTech

PhD Scholarships at AgroParisTech: Opportunities for International Students in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

Plants & crops

France

Agricultural Sciences, Biotechnology, Food Sciences, Forestry and Agroforestry, Plant Sciences

1,950 €/month

AgroParisTech, a leading French institution in life and environmental sciences, offers exceptional PhD scholarships for international students in agricultural and environmental sciences. These programs emphasize sustainable agriculture, environmental management, and innovative food systems, p…
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UP

PhD Scholarships at Université de Poitiers (University of Poitiers)

Plants & crops

France

Agricultural Sciences, Biology, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

1,900 €/month

The University of Poitiers offers PhD opportunities through its doctoral schools, emphasizing research in sciences that align with global challenges. International students are welcomed, with programs designed to accommodate diverse backgrounds. The doctoral school focused on ecology,…
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UM

PhD Scholarships at University of Montpellier

Animals & livestock

France

Animal Sciences, Biology, Food Sciences, Nutrition and Health

1,900 €/month

The University of Montpellier offers a range of PhD scholarships designed to attract talented international students from around the world. With a strong emphasis on global accessibility, these opportunities are open to foreign applicants, providing funding for…
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UT2J

PhD Scholarships at University of Toulouse - Jean Jaurès

Plants & crops

France

Agricultural Sciences, Biology, Earth Science, Economic and Social Sciences Related to Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Sustainable Development and Rural Innovation

1,900 €/month

The University of Toulouse - Jean Jaurès (UT2J) offers a range of PhD scholarships designed to attract talented international students from around the world. As a leading humanities and social sciences institution in France, UT2J provides opportunities…
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Institut Agro

PhD Scholarships at Institut Agro Rennes-Angers

Plants & crops

France

Agricultural Sciences, Animal Sciences, Food Sciences, Plant Sciences

1,765 €/month

Institut Agro Rennes-Angers offers fully funded PhD positions for international students in agricultural, food, and environmental sciences. As a leading French graduate school of agriculture, the institute provides a dynamic research environment through its three campuses in…
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UBO

PhD Scholarships at University of Western Brittany (Université de Bretagne Occidentale)

Plants & crops

France

Agricultural Sciences, Animal Sciences, Bioinformatics, Earth Science

1,750 €/month

The University of Western Brittany (UBO) offers PhD scholarships for international students in various fields, including marine sciences, environmental sciences, biology, and biotechnology. UBO is a leading French university located in Brest, Brittany, with strong research ties…
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UT

University of Tours (Université de Tours) - PhD Scholarships

Data & digital agriculture

France

Bioinformatics, Biology, Data Science, Earth Science

1,700 €/month

The University of Tours (Université de Tours) in France offers PhD scholarships for international students across various disciplines. The university is known for its strong research focus, particularly in life sciences, health, and humanities. PhD candidates benefit…
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UPJV

PhD Scholarships at University of Picardy Jules Verne (Université de Picardie Jules Verne)

Plants & crops

France

Agricultural Sciences, Biology, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

1,400 €/month

The University of Picardy Jules Verne (UPJV) in Amiens, France, offers PhD scholarships for international students in various fields including agricultural sciences, biology, environmental sciences, and sustainable development. These scholarships are funded by the French government, the…
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PhD funding landscape in France

French doctoral contracts (contrat doctoral) and institute fellowships support life-science research at INRAE-style centres, universities, and graduate schools.

Stipend snapshot

Median published stipend: €1,900/month among programmes with grant data.

Frequently asked questions

Are PhD scholarships in France paid?

Many institute listings on this page include a monthly stipend or grant. 13 of 13 programmes publish funding amounts you can compare before applying.

Which research fields are covered for PhD funding in France?

Programmes span agricultural sciences, plant and food research, biotechnology, environmental sciences, and related disciplines. Use the field filter to focus on your topic.

What is a typical PhD stipend in France?

Among institute scholarships with disclosed funding on this page, the median monthly stipend is about €1,900. See our affordability pages to compare net pay with living costs.