Overview

Key Features

The aim of the program is to offer students who are interested in human diseases but who do not want to work directly with patients as doctors an education that will enable them to embark upon a career in academic or pharmaceutical biomedical research.

The Biomedical Sciences program at the University of Bern therefore focuses on the interface between the natural sciences and medicine. The first year of study focuses on the natural sciences, the second on medicine, particularly in the areas of anatomy, biochemistry and physiology. Third and fourth-year students learn about the basic mechanisms of illnesses and diseases, as well as the clinical pathophysiology of specific organs. This is supplemented by an introduction to state-of-the-art research methods and laboratory practices. The program concludes with a master thesis that is written during a six-month internship at a research lab of the student's choice.

Programme Structure

The Master program in Biomedical Sciences has a duration of one-and-a-half years. The mandatory core component supplements the initial knowledge of the pathophysiology of organ systems that is acquired in the third year of the Bachelor program in Fribourg.

This core component also expands students' expertise in modern methods of research. Students also conduct a three-week laboratory internship that focuses on a research field of their choice. During the final six months of their studies, students write a master thesis on a research topic of their choice.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bern, Switzerland

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Natural Sciences Biochemistry View 3 other Masters in Biomedical Science in Switzerland

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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

Admission with no restrictions:

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Fribourg

Admission after a detailed review:

A degree different from the one cited in point a)

The bachelor's degree may not be more than six years old at the time of the assessment.

Students must submit proof of sufficient proficiency with regard to all the topics listed below:

Fundamental mathematics and science (mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology)

Anatomic-morphologic knowledge and basic knowledge of the human body

Pathophysiology of selected organ systems

Laboratory skills in biochemistry and molecular biology

Knowledge of methods of biomedical research

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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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Scholarships Information

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