Resilience of Human Ecosystems for Inclusive Development: The Role of Education and Human Capital in Territorial Trajectories

This PhD project falls within the field of Human and Social Sciences and aims to analyze the resilience of human ecosystems for inclusive development through the structuring role of education and human capital in territorial trajectories.

The main objective is to examine how educational, social, and cultural dynamics contribute to strengthening the capacity of territories to adapt, transform, and ensure inclusive and sustainable development.

The research adopts an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on education, sociology, and territorial and cultural studies to analyze mechanisms of human capital development, knowledge transmission, and social inclusion.

Particular attention will be given to inclusive educational practices and their impact on territorial resilience, especially in Moroccan, Euro-Mediterranean, and African contexts.

This research is fully aligned with the priority research axes of the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences at the Euro-Mediterranean University of Fes.

Research Environment

Candidates are expected to carry out their research full-time within the structures of the Euromed University of Fes.
There is also a possibility of an international co-tutelle PhD program with Spain.

PhD Student’s Responsibilities

The PhD student will be required to:

• Conduct an in-depth literature review on resilience, inclusive development, education, and human capital;
• Design and implement a research methodology appropriate to Human and Social Sciences;
• Collect and analyze qualitative and/or quantitative data related to the studied territorial trajectories;
• Participate in scientific activities of the research unit and the CEDoc (seminars, conferences, study days);
• Produce scientific communications and academic publications.

Candidate Profile

The candidate must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in Human and Social Sciences (education, sociology, social sciences, cultural studies, territorial studies, or related fields).

Background or interest in Moroccan and Euro-Mediterranean contexts, territorial dynamics, education, and human development is highly desirable.

The candidate should demonstrate solid academic research skills, the ability to analyze social and educational dynamics, and the capacity to work independently and in an interdisciplinary manner.

Proficiency in French is required; knowledge of other languages is an asset (English, Spanish, Arabic).

The Application File Must Include the Following Documents

• CV with photo
• A cover letter
• A copy of diplomas
• A copy of academic transcripts
• A copy of CIN/Passport

Submission of the Application File

The application file must be sent to the Doctoral Studies Center (CEDoc) of the Euro-Mediterranean University of Fes by email no later than February 14, 2026, to the following email address:

Euromed-CEDoc@ueuromed.org

For More Information

Administrative Affairs Officer of the CEDoc:
Ms. Boutaina Jai Mansouri – b.jai-mansouri@emadu.ueuromed.org

Director of Research and of the CEDoc:
Prof. Abdelghafour Marfak – a.marfak@ueuromed.org

Thesis Supervision

Thesis Supervisor:
Prof. Majda Nniya El Berdai – m.nniya@ueuromed.org