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Application for studies + requirements

Would you like to register for a course of study at the University of Bern, the Bern University of Applied Sciences or PHBern? Here you will find information on the necessary prerequisites and helpful links on how the registration process at the Universities of Bern works.

University of Bern

Reasons for a course of study at the University of Bern

Prospective students can find arguments in favour of a course of study at the appropriate university in the Federal City on the website of the University of Bern:

Application deadlines

Tools and work aids

In addition to the registration process, you can find other helpful information for organising your studies on the University of Bern website, e.g. for planning your semester or registering for and withdrawing from courses:

Legal regulations

If you would like to find out more about the legal regulations of the University of Bern, e.g. the enrolment or admission regulations or the university statutes, you will find them on the following webpage:

Bern University of Applied Sciences

General requirements and admission

Here you can find out about your options and the necessary requirements for a course of study at Bern University of Applied Sciences:

Requirements at Bachelor and Master level

You can find out whether you need specific requirements for admission to your chosen pathway by looking at the relevant degree programme. You will find all Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes here:

Preparatory Courses + Passerelle Scheme

Depending on their personal situation, prospective students may have to complete a «Passerelle» or a preparatory course for certain degree programmes. You can find more information here:

Registration and frequently asked questions

Have you decided on a degree programme at the BFH? Then you will find here the most important information about online registration in brief, as well as answers to frequently asked questions about the course of study.

Legal basis

The Bern University of Applied Sciences bases its activities on the legal foundations of the federal government, the canton and its own regulations. You can find more information on the BFH website:

Bern University of Teacher Education

Study programmes and levels

Would you like to get to know PHBern and get an overview of the different institutes? Here you can find out which school levels you can train to become a teacher for

Various routes to PHBern

There are various routes to the course of study at the Bern University of Teacher Education. You can find information on the following topics under the link below:

  • Overview of admission requirements
  • Alternative (unconventional) routes to the teaching profession
  • Lateral entry into the course of study
  • Foreign teaching diplomas (recognition)
  • Admission as a guest student

  • PHBern – Studies – Routes to PHBern (German)

Alternative (unconventional) routes to the teaching profession

Depending on your professional background, you may be required to take a supplementary examination or a preparatory course. You may need to perform in French and English in these exams or courses, depending on the level you wish to reach.

Semester dates and registration deadlines

When registering at PHBern, please note the current semester dates and registration deadlines:

All about studying

If you have definitely decided on a course of study at PHBern, you will find further information on the following PHBern webpage:

Legal basis

PHBern offers a web platform with the legal statutes of PHBern. The site also contains links to other relevant legal foundations:

Our area of responsibility

The Universities of Bern Counselling Centre is responsible for counselling enrolled students and employees of the University of Bern, the Bern University of Applied Sciences and the Bern University of Teacher Education.

If you do not belong to this group of people, but need advice on your studies, your profession or your career, it is best to contact the Careers Advisory and Information Service (BIZ) of the Canton of Bern:

  • Planning your studies (overview) 

  • Required language skills

  • Mobility (overview) 

  • Choosing a course of study and a profession

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