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Residencies at IAS–UM6P

IAS–UM6P invites researchers, scholars, and artists to spend a full on-campus residency in Benguerir, with the time, community, and institutional support needed to pursue ambitious work across disciplines.

6 months on campus
2 sessions each year
11 research areas across IAS programs
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Complete the online form, upload the required documents, and submit your application before April 15, 2026. Applications received outside the official window are not reviewed.

2
Sessions per year
Spring and Fall intakes structure the residency calendar.
11
Research areas
From mathematics and life sciences to philosophy and the arts.
Up to 6 months
Full residency
A sustained period for deep work, exchange, and on-campus life.
Travel + housing
Support package
International residents benefit from housing and round-trip travel support.
About the program

Time, structure, and the right intellectual setting

The IAS–UM6P residency model is designed for people whose work benefits from uninterrupted time, dialogue across fields, and daily access to a serious research environment.

The Institute for Advanced Studies at UM6P offers scientific residencies that give researchers, thinkers, and creators the time and space to pursue ambitious interdisciplinary projects. Residents join a community built around conversation, long-form inquiry, and meaningful encounters between disciplines and geographies.

The expectation is simple: come to campus, work intensely, engage generously with the IAS community, and develop a project that contributes to ongoing intellectual, scientific, or artistic debates.

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    Full-time presence. All residencies require on-site participation at the UM6P campus in Benguerir.
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    Clear fit with IAS programs. Applications are strongest when they connect clearly to one or more IAS research priorities.
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    Interdisciplinary openness. Residents are expected to contribute to seminars, conversations, and the broader life of the institute.
Residency rhythm
Spring and Fall sessions
Applications are reviewed within formal windows and results are communicated after evaluation.
Research setting
UM6P Campus ecosystem
Residents access laboratories, libraries, offices, and one of Africa’s most dynamic university environments.
Who can apply
Researchers, scholars, and artists
A PhD is required for scientists; artists are assessed through the strength of their body of work and achievements.

Residency sessions

IAS–UM6P runs two annual sessions. Each follows a fixed application calendar, and applications submitted outside the official window are not reviewed.

Spring session
January → June
A residency cycle designed for work beginning in early January.
Application window September 1 → October 15
Results Late November
Residency start Early January
Fall 2026 session
July → December
The current open call for the Fall 2026 cohort.
Application window March 1 → April 15, 2026
Results Late May 2026
Residency start Early July 2026

Evaluation criteria

Applications are assessed on the strength of the candidate, the coherence and originality of the project, and the fit with IAS research programs.

  • Research experience, level of excellence, participation in international research networks, and the quality of the candidate’s scientific or artistic achievements.
  • Internal coherence of the proposal, originality within the relevant field, and the potential impact of the proposed project.
  • Clear correspondence between the project and one or more IAS research programs, themes, or long-term intellectual priorities.
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Selection process

A clear and transparent review path

Each application moves through successive stages to ensure academic rigor, fairness, and alignment with the institute’s mission.

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Internal pre-selection

Applications are checked for eligibility and completeness, including the CV, research proposal, publications, and supporting materials.

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Disciplinary evaluation

Eligible applications are reviewed by external experts who assess originality, feasibility, methodological soundness, and relevance to IAS priorities.

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Results and notification

Selected candidates receive an official acceptance letter together with practical information on housing, residency dates, and administrative next steps.

Application file

Documents required for submission

Your file should allow the selection committee to evaluate both your track record and the clarity of the project you want to pursue at IAS–UM6P.

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Document
Letter of intention

A concise statement explaining your motivation, objectives, and the contribution you hope to make to the IAS community.

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Document
Curriculum vitae

A full CV covering academic qualifications, professional experience, publications, and relevant positions.

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Document
Personal publications

One to four key publications or equivalent outputs that best demonstrate your expertise and contribution to your field.

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Document
Project summary

A half-page overview that makes the project’s central question, objectives, and significance immediately legible.

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3 to 10 pages
Expanded project proposal

A detailed proposal describing context, methodology, expected outcomes, and the project’s relevance to IAS–UM6P and its research programs.

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Submission note
Online form only

All documents must be uploaded through the official online application form. Incomplete files are not considered for review.

Resident support

Everything needed to do your best work

The residency package is designed to reduce friction, protect your time, and make serious work possible from day one.

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A global intellectual community

Residents take part in seminars, colloquia, and the daily exchanges that come from living and working alongside scholars from multiple disciplines.

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Housing on campus

Residents are hosted in individual suites within shared villas on campus, creating both comfort and opportunities for conversation.

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Round-trip travel support

International residents receive a travel stipend so geography does not become a barrier to participation.

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Access to UM6P facilities

Residents benefit from laboratories, libraries, offices, and the broader research infrastructure of UM6P.

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Dedicated research time

The residency is built around protected time for concentration, writing, experimentation, and project development.

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Interdisciplinary exposure

Work across mathematics, life sciences, philosophy, social sciences, and the arts creates productive friction and fresh perspectives.

Ready to submit your residency application?
The Fall 2026 call closes on April 15, 2026. Prepare your file, complete the form, and submit before the deadline.
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Questions before you apply?

Reach out if you need clarification on eligibility, documents, or the residency calendar. We’ll help you prepare the strongest possible submission.

Address
UM6P Campus
Ben Guerir 43150, Morocco