Research and teaching centre
environmental geosciences
Research and teaching centre
environmental geosciences

Thesis opportunities

Each year, the CEREGE teams propose several thesis topics open to applications.

Doctoral students completing their thesis at CEREGE join one of our research teams for a period of three years. They benefit from the full range of our scientific and technical expertise in their field, as well as an extensive network of national and international collaborations.

Depending on their contract, some doctoral students may also contribute to university teaching, particularly at undergraduate level, via a CME (Chargé de Mission d'Enseignement) contract.

Call for applications - SCHADOC thesis (EMERGENCE project)

Aix-Marseille University is recruiting a doctoral student for the EMERGENCE, in collaboration with the University of Rouen-Normandie and UMAG (Chile). This project in geoarchaeology aims to gain a better understanding of early human occupation and the evolution of the landscapes of southern Patagonia, through field missions planned.

Applications open until 10 May 2026 (excluding doctoral school)

More information and how to apply: https://schadoc.univ-amu.fr/en/projects/emergence

Thesis funding

All theses are funded by a grant specifically awarded to the doctoral student for the duration of his/her research project. There are two types of funding:

  • Grants associated with research projects or industrial contracts : Candidates are selected as they come along, directly by the management teams.

  • Scholarships awarded by competition : The CEREGE has access to several types of funding within the framework of the doctoral schools " Environmental Sciences "and Spaces, Cultures and Societies ". They are awarded in July following a competition organised by these schools.