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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships for Foreign Scholars and Artists (FCS) at the University of Bern

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University of Bern / Swiss Confederation (FCS)🇨🇭 SwitzerlandDeadline: Varies by programme

The Swiss Confederation's Government Excellence Scholarships, hosted at the University of Bern through the FCS reception service, promoting exchange and research cooperation between Switzerland and over 180 countries.

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Scholarship Overview

ProviderUniversity of Bern / Swiss Confederation (FCS)
Host InstitutionUniversity of Bern
Host Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
Study LevelMaster's, PhD, Postdoctoral
Field of StudyAll fields
Funding TypeFully Funded
ValueNot specified
Duration12 months (research fellowship) to 36 months (PhD)
Application DeadlineVaries by programmeVaries by programmeVaries by programme
Eligible NationalitiesAll nationalities
Application FeeFree
Last Updated3 November 2026
Official Websitewww.unibe.ch

What Does This Scholarship Cover?

Full Tuition Fee
Monthly Stipend

Who Can Apply?

Nationality

  • Open to all nationalities

Academic Requirements

  • Young researchers and students with the desire for a scientific career and the motivation to apply what they have learned in their home country; selection via national preliminary selection then assessment by the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS).

Language Requirements

Not specified

Age & Experience

Not specified

How to Apply

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

  2. 2

    Prepare required documents

  3. 3

    Apply for admission if required

  4. 4

    Complete scholarship application

  5. 5

    Submit before deadline

  6. 6

    Wait for the result

Required Documents

Document list not specified. See the official application instructions.

Before You Apply

Always verify the scholarship information on the official provider website. Scholarship deadlines, requirements, funding details, and eligibility can change.

Last Verified: 31 October 2026Last Updated: 3 November 2026Source: Official ProviderVerification Status:
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