Bern University of Applied Sciences
Bern, Switzerland
Est. 1997 19522 studentsAbout Bern University of Applied Sciences
The Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH) (German: Berner Fachhochschule) is a public university of applied sciences in Bern, Switzerland, established in 1997 and known for its practice-oriented, research-based vocational education with both national and international engagement.
BFH offers a wide range of Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes — about 32 undergraduate and 27 graduate courses — across diverse fields including business, engineering, health professions, social work, architecture, agricultural sciences, and information technology. Its curricula emphasize real-world skills, applied research, industry collaboration, and career readiness.
In addition to formal degree study, BFH delivers continuing education, professional development, and consulting services, and engages in applied research and development that addresses current social, commercial, and technological challenges.
BFH’s campuses are spread across the canton of Bern (including Bern, Biel/Bienne, Burgdorf, Magglingen, and Zollikofen), creating a multilingual and multicultural learning environment with support services for international students, exchange opportunities, and industry links.
Academic Programs
Architecture
MA['Infraurbanism, Infratourism and sustainable architecture in wood: Bern University of Applied Sciences...
Architecture
Master's Degree['Infraurbanism, Infratourism and sustainable architecture in wood: Bern University of Applied Sciences...
Business Administration
Master's DegreeNo description available.
Business Administration
MScNo description available.
Life Sciences
Master's Degree['The flexible structure of the programme enables you to further develop your personal strengths and interests: you...
Life Sciences
MSc['The flexible structure of the programme enables you to further develop your personal strengths and interests: you...
Life Sciences - Food
Master's Degree['food quality and safety along the whole value chain', 'food law regulations and consumer needs', 'manufacturing...
Life Sciences - Food
MSc['food quality and safety along the whole value chain', 'food law regulations and consumer needs', 'manufacturing...
Life Sciences in Agricultural and Forest Sciences
Master's Degree['Value Chains and Rural Development \\\\x96 the economic approach', 'Sustainable Production Systems \\\\x96 the...
Life Sciences in Agricultural and Forest Sciences
MSc['Value Chains and Rural Development \\\\x96 the economic approach', 'Sustainable Production Systems \\\\x96 the...
Nursing
Master's Degree['Clinical Ethics', 'Advanced Practice Nursing', 'Communication', 'Concepts of Practice', 'Advanced Clinical...
Nursing
MSc['Clinical Ethics', 'Advanced Practice Nursing', 'Communication', 'Concepts of Practice', 'Advanced Clinical...
Physiotherapy
Master's DegreeNo description available.
Physiotherapy
MScNo description available.
Social Work
Master's DegreeNo description available.
Social Work
MScNo description available.
Theatre
MA['The programme can be individually designed depending on the students\\\\x92 priorities. They have the possibility...
Theatre
Master's Degree['The programme can be individually designed depending on the students\\\\x92 priorities. They have the possibility...
Wood Technology
Master's Degree['Leadership and Communication', 'Design Thinking and Markets', 'Finite Elemente Modelling', 'Innovative Material...
Wood Technology
MSc['Leadership and Communication', 'Design Thinking and Markets', 'Finite Elemente Modelling', 'Innovative Material...
Stats & Info
- Location Bern, Switzerland
- Established 1997
- Students 19522