A unique opportunity for Master’s students in Chemistry

The University of Basel’s Department of Chemistry is proud to announce the inaugural Swan Masters Fellowship, made possible by a generous private donation. This fellowship is dedicated to supporting Master’s students who have faced extraordinary challenges due to conflict or socio-political instability beyond their control.

Fellowship Details

• Purpose: To provide financial support that helps alleviate the barriers faced by students from war regions or those affected by socio-political threats.
• Funding: A total of CHF 25,000 is available to assist outstanding students in advancing their Master’s studies in Chemistry.
• Award Structure: Financial support will be allocated as a contribution towards the cost of your Master’s program. The precise disbursement schedule will be determined in advance.
 

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be admitted to the Master’s program in Chemistry at the University of Basel.
• Candidates should demonstrate that they come from regions affected by conflict or have experienced socio-political hardships through no fault of their own.
• A strong academic record and a commitment to excellence in the field of chemistry are highly desirable.
 

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by email as one PDF file to the email address below. Your application should include: 

• A copy of your academic records
• A personal statement describing your background and the challenges you have faced
• Curriculum vitae

Send these documents as a single PDF file to:

Teaching Committee, c/o Prof. Michael Nash
michael.nash@clutterunibas.ch

Seize this opportunity to propel your academic career with the support of the Swan Masters Fellowship.
We look forward to receiving your application!