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MOPGA 2027 Visiting Fellowship: Early Career Research Grants for Climate & Environmental Research in France

The MOPGA 2027 program offers 12-month visiting fellowships for early-career international researchers to conduct climate and environmental research in France. Funded by the French government and implemented by Campus France, this program supports researchers who defended their PhD between December 2021 and December 2026.

October 12, 2026 ⏰ Deadline: Dec 15, 2026

Quick Overview

Host CountryFrance
Degree LevelPostdoctoral
Funding TypeFully Funded
Fields of StudyClimate Change, Environmental Science, Sustainability Research
DeadlineDecember 15, 2026

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Overview

The Make Our Planet Great Again (MOPGA) 2027 Visiting Fellowship is a French government initiative supporting early-career international researchers focused on climate change and environmental topics. Launched as part of France’s commitment to the Paris Agreement, this program funds 12-month research stays at leading French institutions, fostering international scientific collaboration on critical environmental challenges.

The program is funded by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE) in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Space (MESRE), and implemented by Campus France. Fellowships begin in September 2027.

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What the Fellowship Covers

MOPGA 2027 provides comprehensive support for successful candidates:

  • Duration: 12-month research stay in France
  • Start date: September 2027
  • Research focus: Climate change and environmental topics aligned with COP priorities
  • Institutional collaboration: Placement with leading French research institutions

The fellowship enables recipients to advance their research while building professional networks within France’s scientific community. Specific financial terms are detailed in the official call for applications.

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Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must meet all conditions below. Note that French nationality disqualifies applicants—this program is exclusively for international researchers.

Academic Qualifications

  • Hold a doctoral degree awarded less than five years before the application deadline
  • Have defended PhD thesis between December 2021 and December 2026 inclusive

Nationality and Residency

  • Exclusively foreign nationality (all nationalities eligible except French)
  • Not residing and professionally active in France at time of application
  • Applying for international mobility to France

Program History

  • Not have previously received a MOPGA fellowship

Research Topics

The program supports research contributing to climate change issues raised by the Conferences of the Parties (COP). Specific research themes and priority areas are outlined in the official call for applications. Applicants should demonstrate how their proposed project addresses pressing environmental challenges and aligns with international climate policy frameworks.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted through the official MOPGA 2027 call for applications. Follow these steps:

  1. Review the complete call for applications to confirm research topic eligibility
  2. Prepare required documentation (see Documents section)
  3. Submit application before the deadline through the official portal
  4. Await selection results from Campus France and partner ministries

Campus France implements the program and manages the application and selection process.

Documents Required

While specific documentation requirements are detailed in the official call, typical materials include:

  • Proof of doctoral degree (PhD certificate or defense documentation)
  • Research proposal addressing climate/environmental topics
  • Curriculum vitae demonstrating research experience
  • Confirmation of host institution or research collaboration in France
  • Proof of nationality and residency status

Consult the official MOPGA 2027 program call for applications for the complete document checklist.

Why France for Climate Research

France positions itself as a major player in climate action and guarantor of the Paris Agreement spirit. The country offers:

  • Leading research institutions in environmental and climate sciences
  • Strong governmental commitment to sustainability research funding
  • Central role in international climate policy through COP hosting and participation
  • Established networks connecting African and European researchers on climate adaptation

For researchers from Zimbabwe and the SADC region, this fellowship offers particular value in accessing European research infrastructure while contributing perspectives on climate impacts in the Global South.

Key Dates

Application deadline December 15, 2026
Fellowship start September 2027
Duration 12 months

Related Opportunities

Researchers interested in French funding should also explore the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship 2027 for Master’s and PhD studies, which offers fully funded opportunities at French institutions.

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Funding Coverage

12-month research stay in France; specific financial terms detailed in official call

Eligibility Criteria

Foreign nationals only (no French nationality); PhD defended between Dec 2021-Dec 2026; not residing in France at application; first-time MOPGA applicants only

Required Documents

PhD certificate/proof; research proposal; CV; host institution confirmation; nationality/residency proof; full list in official call

Application Process

1) Review official call for research topics, 2) Prepare documentation, 3) Submit via official portal before deadline, 4) Await Campus France selection results
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Frequently Asked Questions

No. Your doctoral degree must have been awarded before the application deadline of December 15, 2026. The eligible defense window is December 2021 through December 2026 inclusive.
No. The program requires applicants to be exclusively of foreign nationality. Any French nationality, including dual citizenship, disqualifies you from this fellowship.
Selection depends on research quality, alignment with COP climate priorities, strength of French institutional collaboration, and competition from other early-career researchers worldwide. Campus France does not publish acceptance rates. Strong proposals with clear environmental impact and established host contacts improve prospects.
The research confirms funding supports a 12-month research stay. Specific coverage details including travel, accommodation, and family provisions are outlined in the official call for applications, which you should consult directly.
You must secure collaboration with a French research institution, but the program welcomes projects fostering collaboration with leading French research institutions. Your proposal should demonstrate institutional support or confirmed placement.
No. Previous MOPGA fellowship recipients are explicitly excluded from reapplying. This program is limited to first-time MOPGA awardees.

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