• ICFO Schools on the Frontiers of Light

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Registration and Fellowships

The school will be limited to a maximum of 30 external students, selected on the basis of academic merit.

International travel fellowships will be made available to outstanding applicants. All applicants will be automatically considered for travel fellowships. First priority for fellowships will be for masters-level students, although advanced undergraduate and early PhD students are welcome to apply.

Local accommodation will be provided for all participants.

Eligibility

ICFO Schools on the Frontiers of Light welcome applications from individuals worldwide with a variety of backgrounds, including optics, physics, mathematics, electronics, engineering, chemistry and biology. Candidates must have an excellent academic record, and a strong commitment for scientific research. Priority will be given to masters-level students, although advanced undergraduate and early PhD students are welcome to apply. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. There are no restrictions of citizenship or gender.

ICFO does not tolerate any type of conduct or behavior considered harassment or bullying and has a clear defined policy against harassment.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit:

  • A Curriculum Vitae, including contact details
  • Scanned copies of your complete (Bachelor and Master equivalent) University academic transcripts in English or Spanish
  • A one-page cover letter describing:
    • background
    • research interests
    • motivation for attending the school
  • Contact e-mail of one potential referee.

All required application material must be complete in order to be considered. The deadline for applications is 7 April 2019.

Applications must be submitted online. More details will be posted shortly.  For any questions, please contact us at frontiers@icfo.eu.

Note: If you are from a country with visa-obligations for Spain, please be advised to already inquire (only inquire) regarding the documentation necessary (usually inviting letter ICFO, plus travel and accommodation bookings) and the potential appointment-situation at the local Spanish Embassy/ visa-office.

Registration has now closed. Applicants will be informed of the outcome the week of 13 May at the latest.