Funding Opportunities and Academic Support

Being doctoral student and parent? Following a PhD-plan while not working at the university? Post PhD: Starting an academic career?

The university offers several programs for Undergraduate, Masters and PhD students.

The Career Advancement Office may be consulted for information on financial support, mentoring and supporting the doctorat and the graduation and publication phase. Parents in doctoral studies may get specific financial support.
NEW since January 2023: a nanny service for evenings.

The SNSF offers information on parenthood and academic careers as well. Pay attention to the Flexibility Grant which offers financial support for parents.

More information you may find here. Moreover, the Faculty of Theology lists some funding opportunity here.

The office for Diversity and Inclusion offers ressources, educational programs, consultation and support on different topics in the field of diversity and inclusion.

The Graduate Center is the contact point of the university for doctoral students for any concern. It offers an attractive course program.