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VBC Summer School 2025 in Austria (Fully Funded)

Are you prepared to engage in innovative scientific research this summer at one of Europe’s premier research institutions? The VBC Summer School 2025, hosted at the esteemed Vienna BioCenter (VBC) in Austria, offers an exceptional, fully-funded opportunity for Bachelor’s and Master’s students worldwide. This nine-week program, scheduled from July to August 2025, allows participants to work alongside leading researchers and mentors, acquire hands-on experience, and explore the vibrant city of Vienna—all while enhancing their knowledge in molecular biology, neuroscience, immunology, bioinformatics, and more.

Benefits of VBC summer school:

  • Fully funded program: Enjoy complimentary furnished accommodation, a stipend of €1,400, healthcare coverage, and round-trip airfare.
  • Memorable experience: Discover Vienna with an unlimited public transport pass, guided tours of iconic landmarks, and campus activities, including a traditional heurigen outing and a concluding celebration.
  • Collaborate with experts: Interact with top researchers in molecular biology, RNA biology, stem cell research, and bioinformatics.
  • No fees, no IELTS: There are no application fees, no requirement for IELTS, and no specific age limit for applicants. Just bring your passion for science.

Eligibility criteria:

  • Open to individuals of all nationalities, with no age limitations.
  • Suitable for undergraduate and master’s students who have completed at least two years of their Bachelor’s degree or one year of their Master’s degree.
  • Students majoring in life sciences (e.g., Molecular and Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, Immunology) with a solid academic record.

Application process:

Complete the online application, including your statement and academic documents (transcript, enrollment certificate). You must also specify your preferred research labs. The application deadline is January 15, 2025, and results will be announced on March 1, 2025.

APPLY FOR THE VBC SUMMER SCHOOL IN AUSTRIA

FAQ's

The VBC Summer School invites applications from undergraduate and master's students worldwide who have completed at least two years of their Bachelor's degree or one year of their Master's degree. Candidates should pursue studies in a life sciences field, such as Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, or Immunology, and demonstrate strong academic performance

The program is fully funded. Participants will receive a stipend of €1,400 to assist with living expenses, complimentary furnished accommodation, healthcare coverage, and round-trip airfare. Furthermore, an unlimited public transport pass will be provided for exploring Vienna and opportunities to engage in organized activities, including campus events, excursions to significant sites, and a concluding celebration.

The summer school offers research opportunities in various fields, including molecular biology, neuroscience, immunology, bioinformatics, RNA biology, stem cell research, and biochemistry. Participants will collaborate closely with a faculty member from one of the VBC laboratories.

To apply, complete the online application form and submit your statement, academic transcript, enrollment certificate, and proof of enrollment for the upcoming academic year. Additionally, you will need to indicate your preferences for three lab heads. The application deadline is January 15, 2025, with results to be announced on March 1, 2025.

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