Following graduation with a Master's degree at the Faculty of Sciences, embark on groundbreaking research within the doctoral schools of the University of Fianrantsoa (EDMI, GEOCHIMED) and partner doctoral centers across Madagascar and worldwide.
The Faculty of Sciences at the University of Fianrantsoa trains leading scientific graduates through its Master programs. Upon graduation, students have the opportunity to pursue doctoral research in Fianrantsoa (EDMI, GEOCHIMED) or within renowned doctoral schools in Antananarivo, Mahajanga, Antsiranana, and globally.
Each phase of the Bachelor - Master - Doctorate curriculum forms a cohesive progression, steering students from mastering foundations to creating groundbreaking knowledge.
Core foundational training in the scientific disciplines taught at the Faculty of Sciences.
Thematic specialization, research internship in host laboratories, Master thesis writing, and defense before an academic jury.
Validation of Master degree with honors, drafting of an innovative research proposal with an accredited advisor (Professor/HDR), and approval by the Doctoral School committee.
Full immersion in host research teams, publication of peer-reviewed scientific articles, conference presentations, thesis dissertation, and solemn public defense.
7 doctoral school(s) available
Université de Fianrantsoa (Campus Andrainjato)
EDMI is the University of Fianrantsoa's center of excellence for doctoral training in mathematical modeling, scientific computing, artificial intelligence, and computer science. It directly welcomes graduates from Mathematics, Physics, and Electrical/Energy Systems.
Deep Learning, reinforcement learning, computer vision, and Natural Language Processing applied to the Malagasy language.
Epidemiological modeling, ecosystem dynamics, partial differential equations, and large-scale numerical simulation.
Internet of Things (IoT) in constrained environments, decentralized cloud systems, data security, and cryptography.
Optimization algorithms applied to electrical flow dispatching and computational genomic data processing.
Université de Fianrantsoa (Campus Andrainjato)
GEOCHIMED is the University of Fianrantsoa's doctoral hub dedicated to valorizing Madagascar's plant biodiversity and mineral wealth. It primarily recruits graduates from Chemistry and Life Sciences (Molecular Biology track).
Extraction, bio-guided fractionation, and structural characterization (NMR, MS) of bioactives from endemic medicinal flora.
Synthesis and hemisynthesis of bioactive agents targeting malaria, multidrug-resistant pathogens, and inflammatory disorders.
Biogeochemical soil characterization, heavy metal speciation, and valorization of Malagasy geological minerals.
Effluent purification using local bio-adsorbents, mining site remediation, and development of ecological biopesticides.
Université d'Antananarivo (École Supérieure Polytechnique d'Antananarivo - ESPA, Campus de Vontovorona)
Affiliated with ESPA at the Vontovorona campus, EDPA is Madagascar's premier doctoral structure for applied physics, electrical engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and materials science. It admits graduates in Physics, GSEEH, and Mathematics.
Thermal exchanger modeling, applied thermodynamics, and energy conversion cycle optimization.
Electric machine drives, power system stability, smart grids, and rural off-grid microgrids.
Synthesis and characterization of semiconductors, thin films, ceramics, and sensor nanostructures.
Pressurized pipe flows, hydroelectric turbine simulation, and fluvial hydrodynamics.
Université d'Antananarivo (École Supérieure des Sciences Agronomiques - ESSA)
Hosted at ESSA, ED GRND is Madagascar's flagship center for applied research in environmental governance, forest ecology, soil management, and biodiversity conservation. Perfectly tailored for Life Sciences (Ecology track) and Chemistry graduates.
Forest stand dynamics, ecological corridors, floristic and faunal surveys, and resilience of endangered species.
Community-based forest management, ecosystem services valuation, land tenure, and environmental policy.
Soil organic carbon sequestration, nutrient cycling, and ecological restoration of degraded landscapes.
Sustainable supply chains for non-timber forest products, agroforestry systems, and biodiversity-friendly value chains.
Université de Mahajanga (Campus d'Amborovy)
Established at the University of Mahajanga, EDEN is the doctoral research school dedicated to tropical ecosystems, mangrove dynamics, marine biodiversity, and environmental health. Highly suited for Life Sciences and Chemistry graduates.
Mangrove ecology, seagrass bed dynamics, Mozambique Channel coral reefs, and fisheries management.
Flora and fauna adaptations to dry western climates, protected area monitoring, and habitat connectivity.
Contaminant bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms, water quality monitoring, and harmful algal blooms.
Bioactive molecules extraction from marine organisms and sustainable aquaculture development.
Université d'Antsiranana (Campus d'Ambondrona)
EDT ENRE at the University of Antsiranana is Madagascar's specialized doctoral school for wind energy, solar photovoltaic and thermal systems, hydropower, and clean energy transition technologies. Perfectly matched for GSEEH and Physics graduates.
Wind resource mapping in Northern Madagascar (Varatraza wind regime) and tropical cyclone-resilient turbine design.
Solar PV plants, PV-diesel hybrid systems, concentrated solar power, and solar thermal industrial dryers.
Pico and micro-hydro turbine engineering, electronic load governing, and gravity flow rural systems.
Predictive energy management, intermittent renewable integration, and battery storage technologies.
Universités Partenaires Mondiales (France, Canada, Belgique, Afrique du Sud, etc.)
Allows doctoral candidates from the Faculty of Sciences' 5 majors to carry out their Ph.D under dual supervision: one advisor in Fianrantsoa and one at an international partner institution, culminating in a world-recognized dual doctoral degree.
Research topic formulated collaboratively, with alternating research stays in Madagascar and the partner university abroad.
AUF grants, French Government Fellowships (BGF), Erasmus+ KA171, and IRD / CIRAD doctoral mobility funding.
The candidate defends once before a joint international panel, earning doctoral degrees from both universities.
Doctoral researchers at the Faculty of Sciences and Fianrantsoa Doctoral Schools can pursue dual-degree doctorates in collaboration with leading institutions in France, Belgium, Canada, and South Africa. Research fellowships (AUF, French Government BGF, Erasmus+, IRD, CIRAD) fund international research stays.
Everything you need to know to successfully prepare your Ph.D thesis application.
Contact Faculty of Sciences academic coordinators or Doctoral School directors to discuss your research interests and finalize your application package.