IAS–UM6P Research & Artist Residencies 2027

The IAS–UM6P Research & Artist Residencies 2027 are offered by the Institute for Advanced Studies at University Mohammed VI Polytechnic in Ben Guerir, Morocco.

The programme provides dedicated time and an interdisciplinary academic environment for researchers, scholars and artists undertaking independent research or creative projects.

IAS–UM6P brings together participants from different countries and disciplines, encouraging collaboration between established academics, emerging researchers and creative professionals.

During the residency, participants work on projects aligned with the institute's scientific, intellectual or artistic priorities. They also contribute to the academic community through seminars, discussions and other scholarly activities.

The programme welcomes research spanning several broad areas:

• Natural Sciences: Physics, chemistry, biology and related disciplines.
• Mathematics and Computer Science: Mathematical research, computing and related areas.
• Humanities and Social Sciences: Social, cultural, political, historical and interdisciplinary research.
• Culture and Arts: Artistic practice, creative research and interdisciplinary cultural projects.

IAS–UM6P normally operates two residency sessions each year. The Spring 2027 call covers residency stays taking place between January and July 2027.

Selected residents must live and work on the UM6P campus during their agreed residency period.

The programme is particularly suitable for applicants seeking a focused environment to advance research, prepare publications, develop artistic work or collaborate with an international academic community.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Eligible Applicants: Researchers, scholars and artists working on relevant research or creative projects.
• Nationality: Moroccan and international applicants may apply.
• Academic Level: Scientific applicants are normally expected to hold a PhD.
• Artistic Applicants: Artists are assessed through the quality of their work, professional achievements and proposed projects.
• Career Stage: Established researchers and exceptional emerging researchers are encouraged to apply.
• Academic or Professional Background: Applicants are expected to demonstrate a strong research, academic or artistic track record.
• Research Alignment: The proposed project should align with IAS research programmes, chairs or interdisciplinary themes.
• Project Proposal: Applicants must submit a clearly developed research or artistic project.
• Physical Attendance: Full-time presence on the UM6P campus is required throughout the approved residency.
• Community Participation: Residents are expected to engage in seminars, discussions and the intellectual life of the institute.
• IELTS: No specific IELTS or TOEFL score is published.
• Age Limit: Not specified.

Selected residents receive the following support:

• On-Campus Accommodation: Individual suites within shared residential villas.
• International Travel Support: Round-trip travel support for international residents.
• University Research Facilities: Access to laboratories, libraries, offices and other relevant infrastructure.
• Dedicated Research Environment: Time and space to concentrate on research, writing, experimentation or artistic projects.
• Academic Collaboration: Opportunities to engage with UM6P researchers, faculty members and other residents.
• Interdisciplinary Activities: Participation in seminars, academic discussions and colloquia.
• Research Dissemination: Opportunities to contribute to scholarly discussions, lectures, editorial activities and public engagement.

Applicants must prepare:

• Letter of Intention: Explain motivation, objectives and the intended contribution to the IAS community.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV): Include academic qualifications, professional experience, research activities, publications and relevant positions.
• Selected Publications or Equivalent Work: Submit one to four representative research outputs or artistic works.
• Project Summary: Provide a concise description of the proposed project's purpose, main questions and significance.
• Detailed Project Proposal: Submit a proposal of 3–10 pages describing the project's context, methodology, expected outcomes and relevance to IAS research programmes.

Documents must be submitted through the official online residency application process.

Applications are assessed based on:

• Research Experience: Academic or professional experience relevant to the proposed residency.
• Scientific or Artistic Excellence: Quality of achievements, publications or creative work.
• International Engagement: Participation in international research networks and collaborations.
• Originality: Intellectual or artistic originality of the proposed project.
• Proposal Quality: Internal coherence, methodological strength and feasibility.
• Research Significance: Potential impact or importance of the proposed work.
• Institutional Alignment: Relevance to IAS programmes, research chairs and interdisciplinary priorities.
• Collaboration Potential: Opportunities to contribute to the institute's intellectual environment.

The selection process includes an initial application-completeness review, expert evaluation and notification of successful applicants.

• International Research Exposure: Work within a collaborative university research environment in Morocco.
• Interdisciplinary Learning: Engage with scientists, social researchers, humanities scholars and artists.
• Research Development: Receive dedicated time to advance an independent project.
• Access to Facilities: Benefit from university laboratories, libraries and academic resources.
• Professional Networking: Develop relationships with UM6P faculty and international residents.
• Academic Contribution: Share research or artistic work through seminars and scholarly exchanges.
• Career Development: Strengthen research experience, publications and international professional connections.