Applications are now open for the EPFL CYD Fellowship 2025/26 in Switzerland. It is a Fully Funded International Fellowship Jointly launched by EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) and the Cyber-Defence (CYD) Campus in Switzerland. It is a Talent Program for Cyber Defence Research. The main goal of this Fellowship is to invite candidates from around the world to conduct research and find new solutions in the fields of security and data science by bringing together basic and applied research in cyber-defence. The CYD fellowship offers three types of Programs: Master’s Thesis, Doctoral, and Distinguished Postdoctoral fellowships. No Application Fee and open to all Nationals. Below are more details about the EPFL CYD Fellowship, financial benefits, requirements, and the Process.
Details About EPFL CYD Fellowship 2025/26 in Switzerland
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Location: EPFL, ETH Zurich, Thun
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 20th August 2025
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Types of EPFL CYD Fellowships
- CYD Master Thesis Fellowships (6 Months)
- CYD Doctoral Fellowships (4 Years)
- CYD Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowships (2 Years)
1) CYD Master Thesis Fellowships
The CYD Master Thesis Fellowship offers candidates the opportunity to conduct six months of research, enabling them to complete their Master’s thesis at the CYD Campus. This research is conducted under the supervision of a professor or supervisor from a Swiss higher education institution.
- Research Topics: Fellowship Topics
- Benefits: Living Allowance, Research Allowance.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all nationalities.
- No age limits.
- Currently enrolled Master’s student.
- Professor/Supervisor endorsement.
2) CYD Doctoral Fellowships
The CYD Doctoral Fellowship offers a four-year package. This enables fellows to complete their PhD thesis at the CYD Campus under the supervision of a Swiss university professor.
- Benefits: Salary, Living Allowance, Research Allowance, Conference costs.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all nationalities and ages.
- Enrolled in a Swiss doctoral program.
- Professor’s endorsement.
- Preference for early-stage PhDs
- Flexible funding duration.
3) CYD Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowships
The CYD Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowships provide up to two years of salary, research, and conference funds. This supports fellows in completing a research project at the CYD Campus under the guidance of a Swiss university professor.
- Benefits: Salary, Living Allowance, Research Allowance, Conference costs.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all nationalities and ages.
- Professor’s endorsement required.
- New research environment.
Also Check: UCD Visiting Fellowship 2025 in Ireland (Fully Funded)
How to Apply for the EPFL CYD Fellowship 2025/26?
To apply for the CYD Fellowship, eligible candidates must submit their application online through the official portal. Simply select the fellowship category you wish to apply for. The Link to the official website is below.
APPLY FOR EPFL CYD FELLOWSHIPS 2025
