Question 1

How can I get admission to the University of Bern?

Accepted Answer

To get admission to the University of Bern, the applicants are required to meet the entry requirements for bachelor’s or master’s programs. Given below are the University of Bern requirements for international students.Bachelor’s program: The applicants are required to have a high-school leaving certificate or degree. For Indian students, 1st university degree is requiredMaster’s program: To be admitted into the master’s degree, the applicants are required to have an international university degree (bachelor's) in an academic degree programme that is of 3 years durationDoctoral program: The applicants are required to have a master’s degree or equivalentAlso, to study at the University of Bern, meet the language requirements too. Also Check: Criteria you must know to Study in Switzerland

Question 2

What are the University of Bern English language requirements?

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University of Bern admission requirements for international students comprise of proof of proficiency in the English language as a major entry requirements. University of Bern accepts IELTS/TOEFL scores as a proof of proficiency in the language and students can refer to the table below for minimum score requirements:English Proficiency ExamMinimum Score RequirementsIELTS6.0 or higherTOEFL92 or higherNote: Applicants must submit their English language exam score no later than Feb 15, 2024 for the Fall semester and Aug 31, 2024 for the Spring semester.

Question 3

Is it hard to get into the University of Bern?

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The University of Bern acceptance rate is around 20%. Indian students who want to take admission to this university should have a good academic record. For admission to the Uni of Bern UG courses, Indian students are required to have completed an upper secondary school qualification. Those who want to take admission to the PG courses of Bern University, a Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline is required.

Question 4

Can I study for FREE at the University of Bern?

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No, studies at Bern University are not free, however, they are very much affordable.  Bern being a public institution charges tuition costs than some other private universities in Switzerland.The per semester tuition fee is CHF 750 (INR 81 K approx), while internatonal students are also required to pay an additional per semester fee worth CHF 200 (INR 21.5 K), which still keeps the overall per semester fees under CHF 1,000.Conversion rate: 1 CHF = INR 107.87

Question 5

What is it like to attend the University of Bern in Switzerland?

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University of Bern is a beautifully built university in Switzerland and students across the globe desire to study here. Attending the University of Bern is a worth it experience as per the student reviews. However, a lot varies as per the candidate's choice of programme and its curriculum. For programs like Economics, Science, Physics, Mathematics and more, University of Bern is widely applauded. Students do work on various aasignments every week and also get exposure to practical learning. Bern University's buildings is spread all over the city and students enjoy commuting from one place to another, especially on a motor bike.

Question 6

Which famous Secret Service agent attended the University of Bern?

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David John Moore Cornwell, also known by his pen name: John le Carre, is among those to have attended the University of Bern.John was notably part of the UK's premier security service: MI5 & the intelligence service MI6. However, it was his ability with a pen in his hand that made him stand out, writing a number of espionage thrillers, with some of his popular works including: The Spy Who Came From the Cold  (1963) & Call for the Dead (1961).

Question 7

Which famous model attended the University of Bern?

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Former Miss Switzerland (2006): Christa Rigozzi is among those to have attended the University of Bern. Rigozzi pursued a course in criminology during her time at the institute, & is currently working as an TV Entertainer & Content Creator. Rigozzi is famous for winning the title of Miss Switzerland in 2006, & also represented her country as part of the Miss Universe 2007 beauty pageant contest.She also runs a number of businesses & has more than 50K followers on Instagram.

Question 8

What is the University of Bern placement rate?

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The University of Bern placement rate is 75%, per multiple unofficial sources. The institute's graduates are on the receiving end of job offers from a number of top organizations, across industries.The table below lists the top industries employing University of Bern graduates:IndustryPercentage of Graduates EmployedBusiness Development14.57%Education12.44%Healthcare9.52%Research8.88%Legal5.92%

Question 9

What are the top companies hiring from University of Bern?

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The University of Bern graduates are on the receiving end of job offers from a number of top organizations in Switzerland & abroad. This includes: Swiss Armed Forces, Swisscom, UBS, Selbstständig, University of Zurich & Insel Gruppe. The table below lists the institute's top recruiters & number of Bern graduates they employ:University of BernNumber of Graduates EmployedUniversity of Bern1,783Insel Gruppe640SBB CFF FFS589Selbstständig471UBS438

Question 10

How can I get admission to the University of Bern MS in CS?

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The language of instruction for MS in CS is English. The University of Bern requirements for international students for MS in CS are given below:A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science is required3 years bachelor&rsquo;s degree is requiredCheck more about the University of Bern MS in CS from here

Question 11

What are the University of Bern admission requirements for international students?

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In order to secure an enrollment, all overseas applicants are required to fulfill the University of Bern admission requirements for international students, which are listed below:International university degree from a state or state-recognized university in an academic degree programme that lasted at least three years;Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL);Resume/CV;Motivation letter; andCourse-specific requirements.

Question 12

What is the University of Bern application fee?

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University of Bern accepts international applications through the Application Portal available on the university's website. While applying, candidates must a registration fee of CHF 100 = INR 10,788. Additionally, applicants who apply post the regular deadline will have to pay an additional CHF 100 fee.Conversion: 1 CHF = INR 107.89

Question 13

Which documents do I need to submit while applying to the University of Bern?

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University of Bern accepts international applications through the Application Portal available on the university's website. While applying, candidates must submit the following documents:Photocopies of all official records of academic achievements with grades;English proficiency exam scores;Resume/CV;Motivation letter;Authorized form; andPhotocopy of valid passport or official identity card.

Question 14

Does the University of Bern offer scholarships for international students?

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Yes, the University of Bern offers generous scholarships to their international audience through the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships. Some of the most popular University of Bern scholarships for international students are:Research Scholarships: Available to post-graduate researchers in any discipline (who hold a master&rsquo;s degree is the minimum qualification required).Art scholarships: Art scholarships are open to art students wishing to pursue an initial arts master&rsquo;s degree in Switzerland.Applicants must appply separately for these scholarships in order to avail the financial aid, along with fulfilling the eligibility criteria listed below:Candidate profile;Quality of the research project or artistic work; andSynergies and potential for future research cooperation.

Question 15

Is it mandatory to pay a semester fee at University of Bern?

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Yes, all international applicants must pay a standard semester fee worth CHF 34 (INR 3.7 K), along with an additional CHF 200 (INR 21.5 K), unless they possess a valid fee waiver. The semester fee can be considered a type of service charge for all the services the institute provides its students. The table below gives a detailed breakdown of the University of Bern semester fee:Semester Fee ComponentFee (in CHF)Fee (in INR)Occupational Accident InsuranceCHF 3INR 323University SportsCHF 17INR 1,834Social & Cultural InstitutionsCHF 14INR 1,510TotalCHF 34INR 3,668Conversion rate: 1 CHF = INR 107.89

Question 16

Is it expensive to study in the University of Bern?

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University of Bern offers a range of programs in leading fields such as Arts & Humanities, Business & Management, Engineering & Technology, Life Sciences & Medicine, Music, Psychology, Sports, Social Sciences & Management, Vetenary Medicine, and several more for their international students through 40 bachelor's degree courses, along with about 75 master's degree courses. Annual tuition fee required to pursue a degree course at Bern University is less than 2L on an average, which can be considered extremely affordable as a study abroad option. Students can refer to the table listed below for course specific fees requirements:Courses1st Year Tuition FeesMS (12 courses)INR 2 K - 2 LMIM (3 courses)INR 2 LM.A. (2 courses)INR 2 L

Question 17

How can Indian students get into the University of Bern?

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In order to secure an enrollment, Indian must fulfill the University of Bern admission requirements as per the programme they're applying for. Bern University requires a university degree (minimum duration of study: 3 years full-time) from Indian students as the general entry requirement. Other requirements include the submission of updated resume and fulfilling the English language requirements (IELTS: 6.0 | TOEFL: 92).

Question 18

Does the University of Bern teach in English?

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At the University of Bern, a few of the master&rsquo;s degree programs are offered in English language. Other courses are mainly held in German. For some degree programs, the applicants require a very good command of the English language. In case, no language certificate is required for the chosen master&rsquo;s program, then it is the responsibility of the applicants to make sure that they are proficient in the language of instruction.

Question 19

What is the duration of the University of Bern MSc in Computer Science?

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The MSc in Computer Science course at the Uni of Bern is 3 semesters. The language of instruction of this course is English. Admission intakes of this course are Fall and Spring. For admission to this course of the Uni of Bern, Indian students are required to have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.

Question 20

Is the MSc in Statistics and Data Science course of the University of Bern taught in English?

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The Uni of Bern MSc in Statistics and Data Science course is taught in English. This course spans over 3 semesters. For admission to this course of the Uni of Bern, students are required to have a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Computer Science.

Question 21

Is the University of Bern a good university?

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The Uni of Bern is consistently ranked among the Top 200 Universities in the world. In the 2026 QS rankings, the Uni of Bern ranks at #184. In the 2026 rankings by Times Higher Education rankings, Bern University ranks at #108 in 2026.

Question 22

What is the University of Bern ranking?

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University of Bern is not just one of the best universities in Switzerland, but also a part of the top 150 global universities. Refer to the table below for University of Bern rankings:Ranking Body, Category & YearUniversity of Bern RankingsQS Rankings - Best Global Universities 2024#126QS Rankings - Europe University Rankings 2024#29QS Rankings - Sustainability Rankings 2024#306US News - Best Global Universities 2024#107US News - Best Global Universities in Europe 2024#39US News - Best Global Universities in Switzerland 2024#4Times Higher Education (THE) - World University Rankings 2024#116

Question 23

Where does the University of Bern rank in Times Higher rankings?

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In 2026 Times Higher rankings for the world, the Uni of Bern ranks at #108. A few of the subject rankings of this university in THE rankings are-Medical and Health: #68Social Sciences: #101-125Physical Sciences: 101-125Psychology: #126-150

Question 24

How many hours a week can international students work in Bern?

Accepted Answer

International students in Bern are allowed to work a maximum of 15 hours a week, which can be deemed pretty low compared to the part-time work allowances in some other European countries.Finding part time jobs in Switzerland is not an easy ask, & the same can be said for using it as a means to pay your monthly bills, since the allowed work hours are very much limited.

Alumni Name	Profession	Alumni
John le Carre	Spy Novelist Best known for: The Spy Who Came in from the World, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy & The Honourable Schoolboy Pursued a degree in Foreign Languages at the institute between 1948-1949
Christa Rigozzi	Model Best known for: Miss Switzerland winner in 2006 & represented Switzerland in Miss Universe 2007 Pursued a degree in criminal law & criminology at Bern
Friedrich Durrenmatt	Author & Dramatist Best known for his plays: "The Visit" & "The Physicists" and novels: "The Pledge" & " The Judge & his Hangman" Pursued a degree in Natural Science at University of Bern
Carla Del Ponte	Public Prosecutor Former Chief Prosecutor of international criminal law tribunals at the United Nations Studied Law at the University of Bern

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