CYD Master Thesis Fellowship 2024 In Switzerland

• Degree: Masters
• Provided by: Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne
• Deadline: Deadline varies
• Scholarship value: Partial Funding, living allowance + research funds
• Location: Switzerland

The Cyber-Defence (CYD) Campus and the EPFL have collaborated to introduce the “CYD Fellowships – A Talent Program for Cyber-Defence Research” in an effort to advance cyber-defense research and teaching. As network connectivity has grown exponentially, so too have cyber threats. Security hackers now have a plethora of options to cause serious harm for financial, political, or other objectives thanks to these new skills.

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Eligibility: 

• Citizens of any nationality may apply for the CYD Master Thesis Fellowships.
• No age restrictions apply.
• Applicants must be enrolled in a Master’s program at a higher education institution (university or school of applied sciences) in Switzerland and have the endorsement of a professor employed in this institution willing to supervise them.

Additional Documents:

• A letter of motivation is required, explaining why your planned research is original and why you are qualified for the fellowship and briefly describing your research achievements (maximum 2 pages).
• A curriculum vitae is required, including a list of all your publications (if relevant).
• A copy of all your diplomas and grade transcripts is required.
• The name and contact details of two referees are required.

Application Process:

• The submitted applications will be evaluated by a CYD Campus internal committee.
• Only those applicants who are endorsed by their prospective CYD Campus mentor will be able to proceed to the final stage.

Benefits of the fellowship:

• Living Allowances: CYD Master Thesis fellows receive a living allowance equal to CHF 2,000 for six months.
• Research Cost: A maximum amount of CHF 1500 is awarded. (only for specific equipment needed for the project, not general IT material)