Why study an MS program at the University of Basel?

• Focus on research 
• The vibrant environment on the campus
• Cosmopolitan yet traditional 
• A diverse and multicultural campus 
• Affordable and accommodating 

Introduction:

The University of Basel, which was established in 1460, is Switzerland’s oldest university with an endearing history. The cantons of Basel-Landschaft and Basel-Stadt support this public research university.   

University Overview:

It has emerged as an internationally renowned, provincially integrated research university with a wide-ranging curriculum. It houses seven faculties, in addition to four interdisciplinary institutions and five associated institutes.    

Furthermore, it offers interdisciplinary institutions in education, biomedical ethics, philanthropy studies, and European global studies. 

Departments and Programs:

• It has more than 13,000 students, of whom over 3,300 are foreign nationals  
• It offers 40 bachelor’s, 77 master’s, and 79 PhD programs.
• It is renowned the world over for life sciences.

Unique Features:

It is also prominent for personalized healthcare and state-of-the-art technology for changing the landscape of the world. 

The University of Basel houses cutting-edge facilities to help researchers to develop new services and applications. 

Student Life:

• In addition to studies and research, the University of Basel offers varied cultural and sports activities. Students can also find accommodation and part-time jobs in this part of Switzerland.
• There are also several organizations for students to help them out. 
• Apart from the academic facilities, the university offers an attractive environment for students, which includes sea sports, yoga, and soccer, among others, and recreational facilities include various theaters, parks, museums, a puppet theatre, a zoo, etc.  

Admission Process:

The admission process for the bachelor’s and master’s courses at the University of Basel in Switzerland is as follows: 

• Set up an account online on the University of Basel’s application portal
• Provide official transcripts
• Fill up the application
• Pay the application fee

Testimonials and Success Stories:

Included in its notable alumni are renowned psychologist Carl Gustav Jung, mathematician Jacob Bernoulli, and philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, among many others. 

It houses the largest library in Switzerland, where three million books and writings are stored.

Statistics and Achievements:

• More than 13,000 students pursuing 40 bachelor’s, 77 master’s, and 79 PhD programs.
• The University of Basel’s placement rate is 92%.

Important Dates:

To gain admission into bachelor’s programs for the spring semester of 2024, international students must apply by November 30, 2023. For the fall semester of 2024, the application deadline is April 30, 2024.

Likewise, to gain admission into master’s programs for the spring semester of 2024, international students need to apply by November 30, 2023, and for the fall semester of 2024, the deadline for applications is April 30, 2024.

Contact Information:

University of Basel
Petersplatz 1, P. O. Box
4001 Basel
Switzerland

Phone number: +41 61 207 31 11

Scholarships Available: 

The University of Basel Scholarship Fund extends support to students facing financial problems. This help will be valuable as they prepare for their exams and conclude their studies.

The University’s Scholarship Committee awards scholarships by examining the financial situation of the applicants. 

The other scholarship that the University of Basel offers the students is as follows. 

Name	URL
Swiss Excellence Scholarships for Foreign Students	https://www.sbfi.admin.ch/

 

XIII. Additional Resources:

The website of the University of Basel provides through its website blog posts, videos, and other information for students wanting to access opportunities of financial assistance.

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