The educational program of the Swiss Study Foundation is characterized by its interdisciplinary approach and the intensive supervisory relationship in small groups of students. Under the leadership of professional experts, different topics ranging from development economy over art history to astrophysics are explored and worked out in a transdisciplinary dialogue.
Observations during the seminar “Wenn die Berge rufen” (picture: U. Dorer)
Students who have been admitted to the program of the Swiss Study Foundation can participate in an array of seminars, ranging from one-hour meetings over weekend seminars to weeklong summer schools as well as study trips within Switzerland or abroad. In general, the participation is free of charge.
Various events of one or more days like “Treffpunkt Bern” or “Life-Balance” invite the encouraged students to analyse and discuss current topics with professional experts from different backgrounds. → mehr… / → plus…
Summer academies
Intensive weeklong seminars and study trips on interdisciplinary topics are organized under the leadership of professional experts, in small groups of students with interdisciplinary educational backgrounds. → more…
Mercator Fellowship
Holders of a Master’s degree are supported to gain work experiences in international organizations and globally active NGOs. During different seminars the fellows receive specific trainings to improve their competences. Aim of the fellowship program is to train future young leaders who think and act internationally. → mehr…
Culture Matters
On the basis of current debates on cultural topics as well as with the aid of studies in intercultural psychology, philosophy and pedagogics, the students are invited to reflect on our own and foreign cultures. → mehr… / → plus…
Peer Events
Different events and excursions are organized by the students themselves and coordinated in cooperation with the Head Office.
Several two and three-day seminars (Intellectual Tools) support the students to develop their full potential in university and society and prepare them to enter their professional career. The Intellectual Tools convey a basic knowledge on topics such as law, politics, ethics, economics and improve the soft skills in the areas of rhetoric, communication and presentations. → mehr… / → plus…
Werner Siemens Program
Through fellowships, excursions and seminars, students with STEM subjects receive a specific support. In addition, students of all subject areas are sensitised for the topic “mobility, infrastructure, innovation”. → mehr… / → plus…
Univers Suisse
This exchange program examines Switzerland’s cultural diversity and fosters the cohesion of the different regions. → mehr… / → plus…
GraduateBox
Several seminars and events support the scientific exchange among PhD and Master students. The encouraged students develop their working methods and communication skills and receive help for the planning of their career. → mehr… / → plus…
Reading Groups
Every year, three reading groups are supported. The subject and the organisation are initiated by encouraged students.
