The 2026 programme runs from 27 February to 27 August 2026 and includes:
- Full tuition and academic expenses
- Round-trip travel
- Health insurance
- Monthly stipend for living costs
Requirements for AfriMAB-GRÓ LRT Land Restoration Fellowships Qualification
Candidates must:
- Hold a prominent role in ecosystem restoration within a biosphere reserve
- Have at least one relevant university degree (e.g. ecology, natural sciences, environmental management)
- Possess at least one year of experience in a biosphere reserve
- Be proficient in English
- Be under 40 years old
In exceptional cases, extensive relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
The home institution must:
- Approve a six-month study leave
- Maintain the Fellow’s salary and benefits during training
- Guarantee the Fellow’s return to their position
Interview date, Process and Venue for AfriMAB-GRÓ LRT Land Restoration Fellowships
The first 12 weeks focus on courses, specialized training, and field visits across Iceland. The final 12 weeks are devoted to an individual project, designed in collaboration with the Fellow’s home institution to ensure direct application upon return. Graduates receive a Postgraduate Diploma in Ecosystem Restoration and Sustainable Land Management (30 ECTS).
