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University of Fribourg
University of Fribourg FAQS
Below are answers to Frequently Asked Questions about University of Fribourg funding.
- I
would like to prepare an SNSF or EU project. Can I get financial support
from the University of Fribourg?
Two sources of funding exist at the University of Fribourg:
- Research Pool (request of funding above CHF 10,000; deadlines are 1 February and 1 August each year)
- Research Fund (requests below CHF 10,000; four deadlines per year)
The websites are only available in French and German. - Can I
publish information on my project to make it visible?
You can list your project in the FUTURA database, which contains information related to research activities (projects, publications, presentations) at the University of Fribourg. FUTURA is part of researchportal.ch, a joint research data portal connecting several Swiss universities, including the University of Fribourg. Project results can also be communicated to the Communication and Media Service in order to prepare a press release and article. - How can I publish my thesis electronically in order to support the Open Access Principle?
Please consult the instructions on our website, which contain information related to the electronic publication of your documents. You can find more information about the Open Access support provided by the university and its libraries under its dedicated website only available in French and German. You can also get answers to your questions in the specific Open Access FAQs. - Is there any fund provided by the University in order to invite visiting students or researchers?
Yes, the International Relations Office of the University grants twice a year scholarships for visiting students or researchers living abroad (3-4 semesters for students, 4-6 months for researchers at PhD level and 1-3 months for Post-PhD level).