University of Bern ／ ベルン大学 ／ Universität Bern
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| Number of students | 2 *Updated September 5, 2024 |
| Eligibility | Students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program |
| Period of study | September - June (fall semester September - January; spring semester February - June) |
| Location | Hochschulstrasse 4, 3012 Bern, Switzerland |
| University profile | The University of Bern is a public institution. As a comprehensive university, more than 1,500 teaching staff at eight faculties prepare students for their future academic or professional career. The historic roots of the University of Bern go back to 1528. Today, most of the 160 institutes are located within walking distance of the historic main building. The infrastructure is of very high quality and, thanks to its relatively small size of about 17,500 students, the ambience is friendly and personal. Many sport and leisure time faculties are available in the near surroundings. On top of this, a rich sightseeing and social programme is organised for all international students throughout the semester. |
| Undergraduate programs open to exchange students | Faculty of Theology, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences, Faculty of Humanities, Faculty of Human Sciences, and Faculty of Sciences. Most courses for bachelor students are taught in German. A far larger range of courses is available in English at master's level. https://www.ksl.unibe.ch/KSL/veranstaltungen?2 |
| Undergraduate programs NOT open to exchange students | Medicine and Veterinary medicine |
| Graduate programs open to exchange students | The same fields as described above for undergraduate programs |
| Graduate programs NOT open to exchange students | The same fields as described above for undergraduate programs |
| Minimum GPA (UG) | N/A |
| Minimum GPA (G) | Same as above. |
| Language of instruction | English, German *English-taught courses are limited |
| Minimum language proficiency (UG) |
Students who wish to take classes in German: B2 (For courses at the English literature and linguistics: C1) |
| Minimum language proficiency (G) |
Students who wish to take classes in German: B2 (For courses at the English literature and linguistics: C1) |
| Academic calendar | AUTUMN SEMESTER: Classes begin: September Classes end: December (Exams may take place afterwards, i.e. January, no fixed exam period) SPRING SEMESTER: Classes begin: February Classes end: June (Exams may take place afterwards, i.e. June, no fixed exam period) https://www.unibe.ch/studies/dates/semesterdates/index_eng.html |
| Important university website for exchange students | www.incoming.unibe.ch https://www.unibe.ch/studies/mobility/incoming/worldwide/worldwide_exchange/index_eng.html |
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| Dormitory information | The University of Bern does not offer accommodation for students. However, there are various independent student lodging companies in Bern that rent out rooms and studios to students. The University of Bern cannot guarantee you an accommodation in these student lodgings, please contact the student lodging company directly. Click here for the link. |
| 塾生コメント |
▪ベルンから少し電車に乗っただけで別の言語の環境に変わるのは、大変面白く、スイスらしさを感じる |
| 国際センターコメント |
▪ベルンの街自体が世界遺産に登録されており、まるでおとぎの国に迷い込んだかのような美しい中世ヨーロッパの街並みが残っている。アインシュタインもベルン大学で講師として教鞭をとったことがあり、歴史の豊かな街で質の高い教育を受けられる。 |
