Program Overview
The Health Sciences at University of Lucerne is a MA programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Health Sciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Switzerland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 907 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
- Location: Lucerne, Switzerland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Health Communication
- Health Behavior and Management
- Health Economics & Health Policy
- Human Functioning Sciences
- Health Services Research
- Research Methods
- Prof. Gerold Stucki
- Prof. Sara Rubinelli
- Prof. Armin Gemperli
- Prof. Stefan Boes
- Prof. Gisela Michel
- Prof. Jerome Bickenbach
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Personal (mandatory)
- Passport size photograph
- Copy of passport or identity card
- Copy of residence permit (only for foreigners residing in Switzerland)
Qualifications (can be filed subsequently)
- Higher secondary school leaving certificate or other qualifications
- Academic degree diplomas
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 907 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 907 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Lucerne directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Lucerne
University of Lucerne
Luzern, Switzerland
The University of Lucerne (UNILU) is Switzerland's youngest public university, formally established in 2000. Despite its youth, its roots in teaching philosophy and theology date back to 1600. It...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-19
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120