International Research Attachments (i-RAP)

International Research Attachment Program with the University of Bonn

 

What is this program about?

The Graduate School BIOTECH-PHARMA, University of Bonn offers special lab internships for advanced young researchers. The Undergraduate Laboratory Internship ULI program is an excellent opportunity for outstanding undergraduate students to actively participate in scientific research projects in the field of pathophysiology and pharmacology of diseases as well as the development of novel therapies. BIOTECH-PHARMA is an interdisciplinary school with input from the Medical Faculty and the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Bonn, and non-university organizations - CAESAR (Center of Advanced European Studies and Research), BfArM (Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices) - as well as industrial partners. Internships at Biotech-Pharma will last for 8 weeks. Research attachment is suitable for students from Department of Biological Sciences, Pharmacology, and Toxicology.

Click here for details on internship description and requirements. 

When does the program take place and for how long?

Summer vacation (May – August) or within German regular terms, e.g. October – March and April – September.

The research attachment is between 2 -3 months. A longer attachment (up to 6 months) is possible.

Selected students will negotiate with the host research group the starting date and the length for the attachment.

Students might consider participating in a one-month orientation course including intensive German language training in March or September; or the International Summer Course for German language, Literature and Culture prior to starting their internship period.

Where does it take place?

Bonn, Germany

The University of Bonn was founded almost 200 years ago and is considered to be one of Germany's and indeed Europe's most important institutes of higher education. As home of learning to over 27,000 students, the University of Bonn is known for its strengths in mathematics, physics, economics, neuroscience, medical genetics, and chemical biology among others.

What is the program content?

Academic credit MAY be available. Credit for the internship is strictly at the student’s discretion. Students interested in obtaining credit must work with their faculty for credit mapping and complete the credit transfer application before embarking on the program. IRO does not apply for credit transfer on the students’ behalf.

What is the student accommodation?

University of Bonn will support students in finding housing, and arranging for insurance and for visa.

If students wish to request University of Bonn to arrange for housing, rooms are available on a monthly basis. Housing booking takes place at the beginning of most months starting from March 1st, April 1st, June 1st, July 1st, September 1st and October 1st.

Students are strongly encouraged to pay the semester social fee of the university and get properly enrolled. Being enrolled at University of Bonn will provide the students with access to some of the activities organized by the University for international students, allow the students take summer German language classes, and mingle with other students on campus. Having a student status with University of Bonn will also provide the students with a public transportation pass for the whole state of North Rhine Westphalia. Students may join a semester late and leave early. However, in order to save money students should try to arrange their stay within one semester (October-March and April-September).

How much does the program cost?

Airfare	$ 1400
Visa	$ 110
Insurance	$ 120
Accommodation	€ 220 – 350 per month
Meals	€ 140 per month
Local Transportation	€ 50 per month
Personal Spending	€ 100 - € 200 per month
Monthly estimated expenses	€ 500 - € 740
Estimated expenses for a 3 month attachment including airfare	S$4,000 – S$5,400

 

Please note, these are estimated expenses and actual expenses may differ based on the attachment length, price shifts and personal spending habits!

Is financial assistance available?

Yes. Students can apply for NASA Enhancement Bursary/Scholarship from the International Relations Office.

Candidates accepted by Biotech-Pharma will receive a total of 900 Euros financial support from Biotech-Pharma for the internship period of 2 month.

How many placements are available?

3 vacancies, one each in pharmacology, physiology and medicinal chemistry

What are the eligibility requirements?

Any Faculty Full-time student status during attachment CAP of 3.0 or above Students must have completed at least one year of study by start of internship

Please refer to section above “What is this program about?” for details on eligibility requirements at the research centers.

Is a visa required?

Yes. University of Bonn will assist in providing documentation needed to apply for a visa.

Students are to consult the Embassy of Germany in Singapore to determine if a visa is required and to apply for an entry visa if needed.

Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
#12-00 Singapore Land Tower
50 Raffles Place
Singapore 048623
T: (+65) 6533 6002
F: (+65) 6533 1132
Website: http://www.singapur.diplo.de

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have proper entry documents for all countries they plan to visit as part of this programme!

How do I apply for the program?

Students need to be recommended/selected by supervisors at NUS. Professors interested in sending their students are to contact Ms. Elisabeth Mies-Klomfass (biotech-pharma@uni-bonn.de) to discuss whom to send and other questions.

Students interested in the program are to submit the following application document combined in one single dpf file to Ms Mai Chu at iroctm@nus.edu.sg.

Letter of application indicating the preferred research groups of BIOTECH-PHARMA and statement of motivation IRO Application Form CV Transcripts A letter of recommendation

 

Who can I contact for more information?

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