Sophie Afenduli Foundation

The Sophie Afenduli Foundation was created in 2005 according to Mr. Alexandre Afenduli's wishes.

Each year, the Foundation offers one or more scholarships intended to contribute, totally or partially, to the costs of postgraduate studies, research training, and research in Switzerland at a university, a polytechnic school, or any other equivalent school.

The scholarships are intended for Greek students and researchers wishing to study or conduct their research in Switzerland, as well as for Swiss students and researchers who work in a field of interest to Greece.

The Sophie Afenduli Foundation is a support for Greek-Swiss studies and research.

Eligibility

The level of education required to apply to the Foundation is a Master's degree.

The following are eligible:

• Greek students and researchers carrying out their studies/research at a university in Switzerland
• Swiss students and researchers carrying out their studies/research in a field of interest to Greece.

Please note:

A grant may be withdrawn by the Foundation Board in the event of abuse, cheating or any other factor justifying withdrawal.

Decisions to award or withdraw grants are final and not subject to appeal.

Funding

Requests made to other public or private bodies and support received must be indicated on the application form.

Funding for a period of study or research must not exceed the usual duration of that period, except in exceptional circumstances. In addition, scholarships may only be renewed from year to year on presentation of a fully satisfactory report from the institution in which the studies or research were carried out.

Deadline for applications

Completed applications must be submitted to the secretariat of the Sophie Afenduli Foundation by 31 March at the latest.

Form and documents to be provided

• The application form duly completed in French or English
• A covering letter in French or English explaining the aims of the project
• A curriculum vitae in English or French
• A copy of diplomas and transcripts (authenticated translation into French or English if necessary)
• At least two letters of recommendation in French or English
• An attestation from the UNIL professor undertaking to act as scientific supervisor
• A copy of an identity document certifying nationality
• A copy of the student card, failing which the registration certificate or the employer's certificate if applicable
• A video presentation in accordance with the criteria set out in the application form. Please note that the video is for the exclusive use of the members of the Foundation Board.

Between 2007 and 2022, 52 students and researchers received financial support.