The European doctoral Programme Breath, in France, is now opened to candidates !

We are delighted to inform you that the call for the prestigious European doctoral programme Breath – France, is now opened !

Interested in a PhD in France ? Breath offers ideal conditions.

Read the information below and apply !

Interdisciplinary research : both SSH Social Science Humanities / Health
Location : West part of France, Pays de la Loire Region
Duration : 3 years
Application Deadline : 13th of March 2025
Start : September 2025
Eligibility : Master / good level in English / Mobility rule : candidates cannot have spent more than 1 year in France during the last 3 years
More information on Breath’s website : breath.univ-angers.fr
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This programme is designed for researchers who wish to advance their professional careers and contribute to innovative interdisciplinary research between SSH – Social Science Humanities and Health.

Fellows will benefit from being part of an outstanding academic and non-academic community, combining research excellence, strong cross-disciplinary collaborations, and significant external engagement with leading private and international partners.

Breath will include a series of networking opportunities and innovative training with leading experts and fellow doctoral candidates from across the World.

Like to find out more ? Join us on the online “Launch Event” Webinar Programme :

– General presentation

– Advantageous conditions

– Doctoral student testimony

– Questions and Answers

The scientific coordinator Sébastien Fleuret, a distinguished researcher in Health Geography, will present the Breath programme through 2 online sessions related to your time zone:

>> click here to get registered for the Session 1 – 20th february 10:30 AM Paris time

>> click here to get registered for the Session 2 – 20th february 3h30 PM Paris time

Please find attached the resume of the Breath Programme including all the PhD opportunities.

Should you have any questions or require further information, do not hesitate to contact us.

We look forward to meet you at the launch event !

Best regards,