The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced that applications are now open for the Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) on Doctoral Education, an international academic initiative hosted by the University of Lille, France.
The programme is being organised in collaboration with the University of Valladolid and SGroup – Universities in Europe, bringing together stakeholders in doctoral education from across institutions and countries.
According to UNILAG’s Office of International Relations, Partnerships and Prospects (IRPP), the initiative is targeted at PhD candidates, supervisors, researchers, and administrative staff seeking to explore emerging trends and innovative practices in doctoral training.
The programme aims to provide a platform for knowledge exchange, with participants expected to examine new approaches to doctoral supervision, strengthen institutional partnerships, and share best practices in research training.
It will also focus on key developments shaping doctoral education globally, including international research collaboration, open science, artificial intelligence, and the evolving role of higher education in society.
The BIP will be delivered in a blended format, beginning with an online session scheduled for May 18, 2026, followed by an on-site programme from June 29 to July 3, 2026, at the University of Lille in France. The working language for the programme is English.
The application deadline has been fixed for March 30, 2026, with only 25 participants expected to be selected. Interested applicants are encouraged to review detailed information and complete their registration through the official programme website.
UNILAG also noted that participants may be eligible for an Erasmus+ mobility grant, depending on their institution’s guidelines. Applicants are required to notify the SGroup UNILAG Coordinator, Dr. Victor Onifade, after submitting their application for proper documentation and coordination.
