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:
Requirements at Bachelor, Master and Doctorate level
You definitely want to study at the University of Bern, but you don't know what to study? Below you will find an overview of all study programmes at Bachelor's, Master's and Doctorate level as well as their requirements:
- University of Bern – Studies – Programs – Bachelor – Programs
- University of Bern – Studies – Programs – Bachelor – Application and Admission
- University of Bern – Studies – Programs – Master – Programs
- University of Bern – Studies – Programs – Master – Application and Admission
- University of Bern – Studies – Programs – Doctorate – Programs
- University of Bern – Studies – Programs – Doctorate – Application and Admission
Application deadlines
Have you definitely decided on a degree programme at the University of Bern? Here you will find the crucial application deadlines:
Tools and work aids
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
- PHBern – Studies (German)
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:
- Careers Advisory and Information Service – Homepage (German or French)