The Vienna Biocenter Summer School aims to attract talented students from around the world, creating a vibrant and diverse atmosphere.
The program is a fully funded undergraduate research opportunity that covers free student accommodation, a stipend of €1400 after tax for the nine-week program, medical insurance, among others.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Austria, Europe
- Category: Internships
- Eligible Countries: Al Countries
- Reward: Accommodation | €1400 Stipend | Medical Insurance | Travel costs
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: January 15, 2025.
Scholarship Details
The Vienna Biocenter Summer School welcomes applications from students (BA Hons, Master, MSc) from all around the world who are undergraduates/master students, and have completed at least two years of university study in a Life Sciences related study.
Each fellow will be allocated a faculty member, with whom they will work closely. The research project will focus on a current topic in the allocated lab. Supported by a member of the laboratory the scholar will be expected to perform experiments, analyse data, generate ideas, and discuss their results.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for The Vienna Biocenter Summer School, applicants must:
- Have completed at least 2 years of a University study (e.g. 2-3 years of a Bachelor (Hons) study or 1 year of a Master study – by 30 June)
- Have a 3-months research experience
- Have good academic record
- Have high level of English language
- Have evidence of enrolment in a University programme for the current academic year and the next year (if possible)
- Important information for MD applicants: MDs may only apply if they have completed 3-4 years of their studies and have the relevant research experience, they must also intend to study a PhD in a Life Science related subject after completion of their current studies
- The following studies will NOT be considered: Veterinary medicine, medical engineering, agriculture, pharmacy, zoology, food or nutritional science, and any other degrees that do not include lab training or are not related to molecular and cellular biology.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the program will receive:
- Accommodation: Free student accommodation
- Stipend: Each student will be awarded a stipend of 1400 euros after tax for the nine-week programme
- Insurance: Medical insurance is included in the contract for the nine weeks
- Transportation Costs: A free travel pass providing unlimited use of public transport within Vienna for the duration of the scholarship. Reimbursement of travel costs to and from Vienna
- Networking:Numerous social events
How to Apply
To apply for the The Vienna Biocenter Summer School:
- Visit the program’s webpage
- Complete online application form
- Ensure to submit before the deadline, January 15, 2025
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