Everything You Need to Know About How to Complete a Paid Thesis After Earning a Master’s Degree in the Social Sciences and Humanities at a Local Government Agency or a Company

12, November 2026Saint-Martin-d'Hères - University Campus
Complete a paid thesis in the social sciences and humanities at a company or local government agency
You are nearing the end of your bachelor's or master's degree in a social sciences and humanities discipline and would like to pursue a Ph.D.
Would you like to work after completing your master's degree—to earn a salary while conducting research that leads to a doctoral degree?
Would you like to keep the option of pursuing your career in both academia and the socio-economic sector?
This event will introduce you to the Cifre program, featuring tips and insights based on testimonials from PhDs and key stakeholders.
And you'll be able to ask any questions you have.

Program

  • Topic: “Distinctive Features of a Dissertation and a Dissertation Completed in a Company or Local Government”
  • Topic: “How Can You Prepare for the CIFRE Program While Still in Your Master’s Program?”
  • Focus Area: “Practical Work in the CIFRE Doctoral Program”
  • And finally: Useful resources to learn more / get started

Featuring 

  • Joshua Torrel, Ph.D. candidate and member of the ADCIFRESHS executive board
  • Dramane Ouattara, CIFRE Ph.D. student at Poma in Information and Communication Sciences
  • Xavier Oster, Deputy Administrative Director and Coordinator of CIFRE Thesis Development at the UGA Doctoral College
  • Laure Gardelle, Director of the LLSH Doctoral School

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Registration is required by November 10, 2026


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Published on September 23, 2026
Updated on October 12, 2026