Overview

Key Features

Cultural Differences and Transnational Processes - CREOLE at the University of Bernv is a research master designed for students wishing to specialize in topical areas of anthropology such as transnationalism, new identidies, material culture and visual culture.

The study program imparts an advanced understanding of the linkages between local life-worlds as well as transnational and global social and cultural processes. Three topics are taught in depth, through theories and practical examples: a) New identities; b) Material culture and consumption; c) Visual culture/popular culture. These topics are taught in relation to transnational processes, cultural diversity/difference, as well as new social formations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General Anthropology

New identities

Material culture and consumption

Visual culture/popular culture

Master's thesis and defence

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bern, Switzerland

Disciplines

Anthropology Ethnic Studies Sociology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree from a recognized university with a major or minor with at least 60 ECTS credits in the branch of studies Social and Cultural Anthropology

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1900 CHF / year

≈ 1900 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1500 CHF / year

≈ 1500 CHF / year

Additional Details

National: CHF 750 per semester

International: CHF 750 per semester + CHF 200 per semester, in addition to the regular tuition fee = 950 CHF

Living costs

Bern

Switzerland

1655 - 2130 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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