CANTONAL UNIVERSITY
University of Bern
A university in the Swiss capital with broad subject choices and a dedicated English Master’s in Economics.
THE STUDY ENVIRONMENT
A closer look.
The University of Bern combines a wide undergraduate portfolio with specialised postgraduate study. Families can compare business administration, economics, law, psychology, natural sciences and the humanities within one institution. The Bachelor’s in Business Administration provides a German-language route into business study. The English Master’s in Economics is intended for students with relevant prior academic preparation and places emphasis on economic analysis and working with data. Programme structure, including possible major and minor combinations, deserves attention alongside the entry requirements.
Fields to explore
- Business administration
- Economics
- Law
- Psychology
- Natural sciences
- Humanities
Selected programmes
A starting selection to explore with your family.
Bachelor’s · German
BSc in Business Administration
Programme details for BSc in Business Administration (opens in a new tab)Master’s · English
MSc in Economics
Programme details for MSc in Economics (opens in a new tab)
What to consider before applying
Our starting points when assessing this option with your family.
- Check recognition of the student’s secondary qualification and the required German evidence for undergraduate entry.
- Compare major and minor combinations when the student is interested in more than one discipline.
- For the Economics Master’s, review the previous degree’s economics and quantitative preparation before applying.
Official information
Explore the institution’s own information for current programmes and requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree catalogue (opens in a new tab)
- Bachelor’s in Business Administration (opens in a new tab)
- Master’s in Economics (opens in a new tab)
Sources checked 1 October 2026. This profile is an overview; programme availability and admission conditions can change.
A PERSONAL CONVERSATION
Let’s put this option in perspective.
We help your family compare programmes, understand the application requirements and prepare a considered next step.