Another fully funded summer student program in Switzerland . Applications are now open for the UNIL Summer Research Program 2025 in Switzerland. The UNIL Summer Research Program is an international summer internship that will take place from July 7 to August 28, 2025 at the University of Lausanne (UNIL). The UNIL SUR program lasts 8 weeks . Participants will work on an individual research project. During the summer program, participants will also have other social activities, including hiking in the Alps, barbecues, swimming in Lake Léman, and visiting other cities in Switzerland. UNIL SUR 2025 is a fully funded summer exchange program in Switzerland and is open to all citizens. The SUR program is a life-changing experience. An unforgettable summer. More details are provided below.

Details about the UNIL Summer Research Programme 2025

• Host country : Switzerland
• Location : Lausanne
• University name : Lausanne
• Duration : 8 weeks
• Dates : July 7 to August 28, 2025
• Financial Benefits : Full Financing
• Deadline: January 31, 2025

Number of participants

The UNIL Summer Programme will select 15 students from all over the world.

Financial benefits of the UNIL Summer Programme 2025

• Free accommodation
• Living allowance: A generous allowance of CHF 1,500 will be provided to cover additional living expenses.
• Travel allowance:
  • For Europeans : up to 500 Swiss francs
  • For non-Europeans : up to 1,200 Swiss francs.
• Visa assistance: The programme provides support to participants who require a visa to enter Switzerland.

Host Labs

Participants in the summer program will work on a research project in one of the following areas described in this link .

Eligibility Criteria

• The UNIL Summer Programme is open to students from all countries.
• Must be a college student.
• The program is open to students with a background in biology, medicine or a related discipline with a strong emphasis on the biological sciences.
• Applicants must have completed two years of a bachelor's degree.
• No previous research experience is required.

How to apply for the UNIL Summer Research Programme 2025?

In your application, you must indicate two laboratories where you would like to conduct research. To apply, fill out and upload the online application form  . For more details, please visit the official link below.