Monthly Archives: July 2025

Opportunities, PhD/post doctoral, Scholarships

SWISS GOVERNMENT EXCELLENCE POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS

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Application Open: 04 August, 2025; Deadline: 28 November, 2025

LOCATION: Switzerland

The fellowship enables researchers to carry out a postdoctoral research project at a Swiss university or a recognized research institute. Valid only for full-time research in Switzerland.

ELIGIBILITY:

Highly qualified early-career postdoctoral researchers.

Priority will be given to individuals who have not previously studied or conducted research in Switzerland (see eligibility criteria for exceptions).

Completion of PhD thesis between 1 January 2023 and 31 July 2026 (ETH Zürich: 30 June 2026).

Detailed research plan with a timeline specifying key milestones and activities.

Applicants must have a letter of support from an academic supervisor in Switzerland (including a short CV).

If the applicant already resides in Switzerland, the date of entry must not be earlier than 1 August 2025 (submit a copy of the registration confirmation or residence permit).

Selection Criteria: Academic profile, research competence, and motivation

Originality and methodological quality of the project

Quality of supervision and potential for future collaboration.

Deadline: Maximum period of 12 months.

This scholarship cannot be extended.

Start date: 1 September 2026.

BENEFIT:

CHF 3,500 per month to cover basic living expenses for one person. This scholarship is not a salary.

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master's, Opportunities, PhD/post doctoral, Scholarships

CONCORDIA MERIT MASTER’S RESEARCH AND DOCTORATE SCHOLARSHIP  PROGRAMS

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LOCATION: Canada

Concordia Merit Scholarships play a vital role in supporting graduate students by allowing them to focus on their research and studies. These scholarships, awarded based on academic excellence and research potential, provide financial support that relieves students from the burden of financial constraints.

ELIGIBILITY:

Citizenship: Unrestricted

Degree: Master’s research and Doctorate programs

Deadline: Admissions deadline

You must be a graduate student who has been admitted or is currently registered in a graduate research-based program at Concordia University.

For Master’s students, you must be within the first two years of your program. For Doctoral students, you must be within the first four years of your program.

As a prospective student seeking to benefit from the Concordia Merit Scholarship, you are advised to submit your admission application early, as the scholarship application is integrated into the admission process. Your admission application will serve as your application for the scholarship.

For current students enrolled in a program, it is advisable to reach out to your Graduate Program Director (GPD) to inquire about the application procedure for the Concordia Merit Scholarship.

The selection of recipients for the Concordia Merit Scholarship is the responsibility of the respective programs.

BENEFIT:

Valued at $5,000-$10,000 for one academic year.

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