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EPFL CYD Fellowship 2027 in Switzerland (Fully Funded)

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Deadline

2026-08-19

Country

Switzerland

Level

masters, phd, postdoc

Organization

EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) and CYD Campus

Field

Data Science, Cyber-Defence, Security

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The CYD Fellowships are a talent program for cyber-defence research offered by the CYD Campus and EPFL in Switzerland. The program aims to foster innovation in data science and security by combining fundamental and applied research.

Coverage

- Master Thesis Fellowships: Living allowance and research funds for 6 months. - Doctoral Fellowships: Salary, research, and conference funds for 4 years (with a possible one-year extension). - Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowships: Salary, research, and conference funds for up to 2 years.

Eligibility

Open to candidates of all nationalities and ages with an outstanding academic and professional track record.

Requirements

Applicants must have excellent grade transcripts. For Master Thesis fellowships, applicants must be currently enrolled in a master's program. Endorsement from a professor or supervisor at a Swiss higher education institution is required.

How to apply

Interested candidates should visit the official website to access the 'Application toolkit' and 'Submission platform'. Applications for Master Thesis fellowships are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. Doctoral and Postdoctoral applications must be submitted via the official portal by the specified deadline.

Notes

Candidates are hosted by a higher education institution in Switzerland and conduct research at the CYD Campus (EPFL, ETHZ, or Thun office).

Source & Verification

Host organization: EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) and CYD Campus

Original source: BrightScholarship

Official application page: https://www.epfl.ch/research/funding/epfl-programmes/cyd/

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.