Required Academic Level
Applicants must be enrolled in or admitted to a Master's or Doctoral program.
Admission Requirements
Eligibility criteria and admission conditions for the programme
Admission Introduction
General Admission Requirements
Critères d'Éligibilité
Critères détaillés par catégorie
Required Documents
Complete application file including CV, motivation letter, research proposal, and academic transcripts.
Language Skills
Proficiency in English or French depending on the host institution.
Nationality
Applicants must be nationals of a Sub-Saharan African country.
Frequently asked questions
Program
What is GreenTech Mobility?
GreenTech Mobility is a four-year academic mobility project funded by the European Union under the Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme (NDICI - MOBAF). The project supports mobility opportunities for Master's students, doctoral candidates, trainees, and academic staff in the field of sustainable and green technologies.
What is the duration of the project?
The project runs for 48 months, from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2029.
How many mobility opportunities are available?
GreenTech Mobility will support a total of 56 mobility flows, distributed as follows:
- 26 Master's students
- 9 doctoral candidates
- 12 trainees
- 9 administrative and academic staff members
Eligibility
Who Can Apply?
What are Target Groups TG1 and TG2?
Target Group 1 (TG1): Applicants who are enrolled, admitted, or employed at one of the partner institutions of the GreenTech Mobility consortium.
Target Group 2 (TG2): Applicants from African higher education institutions outside the consortium (Cameroon, Ethiopia, Mali, Sudan, Tanzania, Burkina Faso, Senegal, Niger, Zambia, Malawi, Togo, etc.).
Which Fields of Study Are Eligible?
Mobility proposals must align with the project’s thematic areas:
- Renewable energy systems
- Circular economy and waste management
- Sustainable mobility
- Environmental technologies
- Climate resilience
- Smart agriculture
Application
How Are Candidates Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Academic excellence
- The quality and relevance of the proposed study/research plan
- Alignment with the project’s thematic priorities and the Global Gateway strategy
- Contribution to strengthening institutional and regional capacities
- Gender balance and inclusion considerations
Is Gender Balance Taken into Account?
Yes. GreenTech Mobility aims to ensure at least 50% female participation across all mobility categories. Specific measures are implemented to encourage applications from women and vulnerable groups.
Scholarships
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
Mobility scholarships generally cover:
- Accommodation
- Monthly subsistence allowance
- Insurance coverage
- Visa costs
Specific financial conditions are detailed in each call for applications and in the scholarship holder’s guide.
Supervision
How does academic supervision work?
Will mobility periods be academically recognised?
Yes. Academic recognition mechanisms are established through formal agreements between the home and host institutions. Credits, research activities, or staff assignments are recognized in accordance with institutional regulations.
What happens after the mobility period?
Beneficiaries are required to:
- Submit a final report
- Participate in knowledge-sharing activities
- Join the GreenTech Mobility Alumni Network
The project supports long-term academic and professional networking.