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IDRC International Doctoral Research Awards Canada

International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and Universities Canada

Canada

What it covers

Field research funding for doctoral dissertation. Covers costs of field research in the Global South.

Stipend / amount

Not a living stipend — research cost support only

Deadline

Varies

IMPORTANT: The 2025-2026 competition is currently paused. IDRC and Universities Canada are reviewing the program. Check idrc-crdi.ca for updates. Awards announced in March 2025 remain active.

Level

PhD

Eligibility

Open to

All African countries (and additional eligibility may apply)

Fields of study

Climate-resilient food systems · Global health · Inclusive governance · Sustainable economics · Education

Requirements

Enrolled in a doctoral program at a Canadian university
Citizen of a developing country OR Canadian citizen/permanent resident
Research conducted in the Global South (Africa, Asia, Latin America)
Research relevant to IDRC development themes
First PhD only

Apply

Varies — IMPORTANT: The 2025-2026 competition is currently paused. IDRC and Universities Canada are reviewing the program. Check idrc-crdi.ca for updates. Awards announced in March 2025 remain active.

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