Doctoral training

Doctoral training

The National Higher School of Marin Science and Coastal Development (ENSSMAL)
ENSSMAL offers doctoral programs designed for graduates in the fields of Natural and Life Sciences (SNV) and Earth and Universe Sciences (STU).
The school benefits from a highly qualified faculty of senior academic rank, recognized for their expertise in various marine science disciplines, including marine environment, coastal management, coastal engineering, aquaculture, fisheries, marine biodiversity, marine renewable energy, and blue economy, among others.
For the 2024/2025 academic year, ENSSMAL is launching a doctoral training program covering both the SNV and STU domains, with the following specializations:
Domain |
Field |
Specialization |
SNV |
Marine and Continental Hydrobiology |
Marine and Continental Bioresources |
STU |
Geography and Land Use Planning |
Marine and Coastal Environment |
Focus of the Doctoral Programs
- The doctoral program in Marine Bioresources (Management and Exploitation) focuses on digital management of marine biodiversity and fishery resources, representing an innovative approach to better planning actions aimed at preserving marine ecosystems and ensuring the sustainability of fishing activities.
- The doctoral program in Marine and Coastal Environment aims to develop advanced expertise in coastal risk analysis, sustainable coastal planning strategies, and marine renewable energies. It focuses on mastering physical processes, modeling tools, and developing the ability to propose integrated and sustainable solutions in response to climate change challenges and offshore marine renewable energy exploitation along the Algerian coast.
Access to the Doctoral Program

Admission to the Doctoral Training Program (DLMD) is based on a competitive entrance exam, open to Algerian students holding a Master's degree or an equivalent recognized degree.
Exemptions from the entrance exam:
- Foreign students holding a foreign Master's degree and benefiting from a scholarship as part of a cooperation program.
- Foreign students with a foreign Master's or Magister degree who wish to join the school must meet the eligibility requirements listed on the Study in Algeria platform.