EPFL CYD Fellowship 2027 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

The EPFL CYD Fellowship 2027 in Switzerland is a fully funded talent program for cyber defence research, jointly launched by EPFL and the Cyber-Defence (CYD) Campus. It invites candidates from around the world to conduct research and find new solutions in security and data science by bringing together basic and applied research in cyber-defence.

EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) is a world-renowned research institute and university in Switzerland, known for its cutting-edge work in science and technology. The Cyber-Defence (CYD) Campus is a Swiss national competence center that fosters collaboration between academia, industry, and government to advance cyber-defence capabilities.

EPFL CYD Fellowship Benefits

• Living Allowance
• Research Allowance
• Salary (for Doctoral and Postdoctoral fellowships)
• Conference costs (for Doctoral and Postdoctoral fellowships)

EPFL CYD Fellowship Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all nationalities.
• No age limits.
• Currently enrolled Master’s student (for Master’s Thesis Fellowship).
• Professor/Supervisor endorsement required.
• Enrolled in a Swiss doctoral program (for Doctoral Fellowship).
• Preference for early-stage PhDs (for Doctoral Fellowship).
• Flexible funding duration (for Doctoral Fellowship).
• New research environment (for Postdoctoral Fellowship).

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’s 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.

How to Apply for EPFL CYD Fellowship

• Submit your application online through the official portal.
• Select the fellowship category you wish to apply for (Master’s Thesis, Doctoral, or Distinguished Postdoctoral).
• Ensure you have a professor/supervisor endorsement.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are the most frequently asked questions about the EPFL CYD Fellowship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply for this fully funded cyber defence research program in Switzerland.