Switzerland CYD Fellowships 2026 - Details

Switzerland CYD Fellowships 2026 – Details

EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne)

About CYD Fellowships

CYD Fellowships is a research program in Switzerland that supports talented students and researchers in cyber security and cyber defence. It is offered by EPFL and CYD Campus. The program helps students work on modern digital security problems and new technologies. It is designed for strong students with good academic records and research interest. Candidates from all countries can apply. The fellowship focuses on innovation, data science, and cyber defence solutions. Selected students work in Swiss research centers and gain international experience. This program is highly competitive and only excellent applicants are selected.

Fellowship Details

  • Host Country: Switzerland
  • Host University: EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne)
  • Fellowship Name: CYD Fellowships
  • Study Levels: Master Thesis, PhD, Postdoctoral
  • Gender: Male and Female
  • English Language Certificate: Not always required
  • Application Deadline: 19 August 2026
  • Fellowship Type: Fully funded research fellowship

Study Levels Included

  • Master Thesis: 6 months research program
  • PhD Fellowship: 4 years research program (possible extension)
  • Postdoctoral Fellowship: up to 2 years research program

Fields of Study (Master Level)

  • Cyber Security
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Information Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Network Engineering

Fields of Study (PhD Level)

  • Cyber Defence Research
  • Advanced Computer Systems
  • Artificial Intelligence Security
  • Data Science and Analytics
  • Network Security
  • Software Engineering

Fields of Study (Bachelor Level)

  • Not available in this fellowship

Fellowship Benefits

  • Monthly salary or allowance
  • Full research funding
  • Conference support
  • Access to Swiss laboratories
  • International research experience
  • Work with expert supervisors

Not Included Benefits

  • Family allowance support
  • Guaranteed permanent job
  • Full relocation support in all cases
  • Extra personal luxury benefits

Eligible Applicants

  • Strong academic background students
  • Cyber security interested candidates
  • Computer science students
  • Research-focused applicants
  • International students from all countries

Not Eligible Applicants

  • Weak academic record applicants
  • No research interest candidates
  • Incomplete applications
  • Missing required documents
  • Unrelated study fields

Required Documents

  • CV (Resume)
  • Academic transcripts
  • Motivation letter
  • Research proposal
  • Passport copy
  • Recommendation letters
  • Previous research papers (if available)

How to Win This Fellowship

  • Write a strong research proposal
  • Have excellent academic grades
  • Show interest in cyber security
  • Add research experience or projects
  • Get strong recommendation letters
  • Apply early before deadline

Switzerland Living Cost

  • Accommodation: 700–1200 CHF per month
  • Food: 400–600 CHF per month
  • Transport: 80–150 CHF per month
  • Other expenses: 200–400 CHF per month

How to Apply

  • Visit official EPFL application platform
  • Create an account
  • Select CYD Fellowships
  • Fill online application form
  • Upload required documents
  • Submit before deadline

FAQ

  • What is CYD Fellowships?
    • It is a Swiss cyber security research program
  • Is it fully funded?
    • Yes, it provides salary and research support
  • Do I need IELTS?
    • Not always required
  • Can international students apply?
    • Yes, all countries can apply
  • What levels are included?
    • Master, PhD, Postdoctoral

Apply Now

Apply before the deadline

Visit the official EPFL CYD Fellowships page for full details

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