The School of Biology of the Faculty of Biology and Medicine at the University of Lausanne (UNIL) offers the Summer Undergraduate Research (SUR) Programme for students of (biology or) medicine with a strong focus on biological sciences.
It wil take place from 3 July to 27 August 2026 in Switzerland.
During eight weeks in July and August, the SUR Programme hosts about 15 students with both biological and medical studies background from around the world. Each participant will perform an individual research project in a different laboratory of the Faculty of Biology and Medicine. This programme aims to attract outstanding motivated students for a research experience that will remain with them for their lifetimes.
Deadline for applications is 31 December 2025 (midnight CET). Selected participants are notified by email in early February 2026.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants will have completed two years of their degree and must be enrolled in their third year at the time of the programme.
Having prior research experience is not a selection criteria. The programme is highly competitive; students are chosen based upon their academic record (typically GPA >3.75 or equivalent, and/or top 5% class ranking), personal statements, and letters of recommendation.
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