The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has announced its 2026 fully funded scholarships at the Shanghai Ocean University in China.
The African Development Bank Shanghai Ocean University Scholarship covers full tuition, accommodation, meals, and monthly stipends.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the AfDB Shanghai Ocean University Scholarship, you must meet the criteria below:
Masters Program
- Be a national of the AfDB’s Regional Member Country (RMC) 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
- English proficiency, with a minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80.
- Be under 35 years old at the time of application
- Outstanding academic performance (e.g., GPA ≥3.0)
Ph.D. Program - Be a national of the AfDB’s Regional Member Countries RMCs) 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
- Had research experience and published at least 1 paper
- Strong analytical, research, and policy development skills
- Possess excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with experience in multicultural environments
Benefits
The African Development Bank Shanghai Ocean University Scholarship covers;
- 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.
Method of Application
- Click the green button below to go to the scholarship application page.
- Submit an online application through this link: 2026 AfDB–Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU) Scholarship.
Important Notice:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps.
- Successful applicants must possess English proficiency, with a minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80.
- Successful applicants must comply with all SHOU rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.
- This fellowship does not confer employment status with the African Development Bank Group.
Click Here to Apply
Application Deadline: December 10, 2025.
