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Bern University of Applied Sciences

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Overview

Berner Fachhochschule (Bern University of Applied Sciences, Haute école spécialisée bernoise) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the small city of Bern, Switzerland. This institution also has branch campuses in Biel, Burgdorf, Magglingen and Zollikofen. Established in 1997, Berner Fachhochschule (BFH) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation. BFH provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. International applicants are eligible to apply. BFH also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Bern University of Applied Sciences's Control Typepublic

Entity

Bern University of Applied Sciences's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Bern University of Applied Sciences' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Bern University of Applied Sciences's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Bern University of Applied Sciences
Name
Name (Non Latin) Haute école spécialisée bernoise
Acronym BFH
Founded 1997
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Location

Address Hallerstrasse 10
Bern
3012 Bern
Switzerland
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Bern University of Applied Sciences Phone Number (31) 848 3300
Bern University of Applied Sciences Fax Number (31) 848 3303
Other locations Biel, Burgdorf, Magglingen and Zollikofen

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Bern University of Applied Sciences's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Bern University of Applied Sciences is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1997


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Berner Fachhochschule's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Federal Office for Professional Education and Technology (OPET)
  • European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Bern University of Applied Sciences as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Bern University of Applied Sciences Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Bern University of Applied Sciences is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Bern University of Applied Sciences's academic range and degree level offering.



Berner Fachhochschule: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Bern University of Applied Sciences Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Bern University of Applied Sciences Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Bern University of Applied Sciences categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Bern University of Applied Sciences.



Bern University of Applied Sciences: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Bern University of Applied Sciences Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Bern University of Applied Sciences website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Bern University of Applied Sciences's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Bern University of Applied Sciences is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Bern University of Applied Sciences 's admission selection is not reported.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Bern University of Applied Sciences 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Bern University of Applied Sciences's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Bern University of Applied Sciences Size and Profile


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Bern University of Applied Sciences has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Bern University of Applied Sciences's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Control Type Control Type

Bern University of Applied Sciences is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Entity Type Entity Type

Bern University of Applied Sciences is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Bern University of Applied Sciences's main campus setting is not reported.


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Bern University of Applied Sciences's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Bern University of Applied Sciences is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Bern University of Applied Sciences Facilities


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Library University Library

Yes Visit Bern University of Applied Sciences's Library


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Bern University of Applied Sciences Services


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Bern University of Applied Sciences's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Bern University of Applied Sciences's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Bern University of Applied Sciences Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Berner Fachhochschule consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Architecture
  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Business
  • Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
  • Faculty of Sciences and Technology

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Memberships and Affiliations

Bern University of Applied Sciences Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Berner Fachhochschule's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Swiss University Conference (SUC)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bern University of Applied Sciences public or private?

Bern University of Applied Sciences is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Bern University of Applied Sciences profit or non-profit?

Bern University of Applied Sciences is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Bern University of Applied Sciences in terms of enrollment?

Bern University of Applied Sciences has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Bern University of Applied Sciences in terms of academic staff?

Bern University of Applied Sciences's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is Bern University of Applied Sciences a coeducational institution?

Bern University of Applied Sciences is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Bern University of Applied Sciences use?

Bern University of Applied Sciences's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is Bern University of Applied Sciences affiliated with?

None.

Does Bern University of Applied Sciences admit international students?

Yes.

What is Bern University of Applied Sciences's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Bern University of Applied Sciences 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university 's admission selection is not reported.

How much does it cost to attend Bern University of Applied Sciences BFH?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Bern University of Applied Sciences BFH located?

Bern University of Applied Sciences is located in Bern, Bern, Switzerland. Address: Hallerstrasse 10.

Is Bern University of Applied Sciences BFH accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Bern University of Applied Sciences is accredited by Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation (since 1997).

Does Bern University of Applied Sciences offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Bern University of Applied Sciences offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Bern University of Applied Sciences have a university library?

Yes

Does Bern University of Applied Sciences provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Bern University of Applied Sciences have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Bern University of Applied Sciences offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Bern University of Applied Sciences offer career services?

Not reported

Does Bern University of Applied Sciences offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Bern University of Applied Sciences have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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