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AdmissionsAnyone holding a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or higher education institution can apply to a master’s degree program at the University of Basel. The ad­missions office can provide you with further information on the application and admis­sions process.www.unibas.ch/application

LanguageAn increasing number of our master’s programs are taught in English. For other programs where the official language of instruction is German, a good command of the German language is needed.

Application deadlinesGenerally, applications for a master’s program can be submitted twice a year by the following dates:

Spring Semester:November 30 Fall Semester:April 30

The academic year is divided in two semesters: the Spring Semester from February 1 to July 31 and the Fall Semester from August 1 to January 31.

CostsThe University of Basel is a public university and offers equal access to its learning and research facilities for Swiss and non­Swiss students. All students pay the same tui tion fees. Currently, they are CHF 850 per academic semester. You will have to budg et for an annual amount of CHF 20,000 in total to cover study and living costs, including accommodation, food, insurances, and local transport. Note that health insurance is compulsory in Switzerland.

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Arrival and livingInternational students from outside the European Union and EFTA countries need a val­id visa and a residence permit. For further information, please contact the Swiss embassy or consular service in your home country. In general, it is quite easy for students to find affordable accommodation in Basel and there are many online platforms that faci ­litate the search for housing. To share an apartment with fellow students is very common and a good way of keeping costs low.

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The University of Basel, one of the world’s oldest universities, lies at the heart of Europe. Founded in 1460, it regularly features among the 100 top institutions worldwide in inter na tio nal rankings. Although in Basel – the host city of the University – most people speak German, its role as home to the head quarters of major corporations such as life sciences companies Novartis and Roche mean that English is commonly spoken both in the city and at the University of Basel. In this brochure, we present our English- language offerings for students, doctoral students and postdocs. We would be delight-ed if you joined us at the University of Basel.

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Seven reasons

to choose Basel.

University study is always worthwhile. Particularly in Basel, where tradition meets world-class research and innovative degree programs offer great career prospects.

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Thanks to outstanding teaching, an inter na-tional focus, top research with a major presence in the most important academic publications and a broad financial basis, the University of Basel is one of the world’s best institutions. Each year, key university rankings place Basel among the top 100, and it is considered one of the top 10 institutions in the German-speaking region.

Basel is home to Switzerland’s oldest university, which was founded in 1460 on the initiative of the city’s inhabitants. Its eventful history is filled with prominent names: Erasmus of Rotterdam, Paracelsus, Friedrich Nietzsche and Leonhard Euler taught and studied here. Numerous museums and one of Switzerland’s most extensive libraries (with eight million docu-ments and media) bear witness to this great tradition. Today, Basel is a modern university that upholds its historical legacy while also continuing to evolve.unigeschichte.unibas.ch

One of the world’s best universities.

One of Europe’s most tradition-rich universities.

The University of Basel is a classical full university covering almost all subjects from the ancient world to zoology. Some facul ties encourage (or require) students to attend courses in other subject areas. This opens up a variety of possible combinations and creates new perspectives. Five thema tic focal areas give the University of Basel an unmistakable profile.

Comprehensive university.

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Leaders in research. The Nobel Prize has twice been awarded to academics at the University of Basel. The University is making every effort to in-crease this number, resulting in prestigious research awards and numerous articles in the most important specialist publica-tions. The University focuses on selected areas, consistently expanding the Life Sciences and adding the related focal area of Nanoscience. Meanwhile, the focal area of Visual Studies has become established within the humanities. Building on these successes, the University has also extended the area of Sustainability and Energy Research while strengthening its European research with the focal area of European and Global Studies.

Top career prospects.

Graduates of the Univer-sity of Basel are highly likely to find employment within a short time. The faculties provide their stu-dents with the specialist knowledge and skills to take on challenging and meaningful work. Be it within the field of life sciences, SMEs, the cul-tural industry, associa-tions, international orga-nizations or manage - ment: Graduates of the University of Basel are in high demand.csc.unibas.ch

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Innovative degree programs.Student needs, practical requirements, and find-ings from the various sub-ject areas are constantly evolving. By continuing to offer new, interdiscipli-nary and interfaculty de-gree programs, the University of Basel con-stantly adjusts its teaching to reflect these developments.

Local, international.

Basel is a multifaceted city where carnivals meet research, and where bankers and skaters sit side by side along the Rhine, and France and Germany are just minutes away. The city’s location at this border triangle shapes everyday life, including that of the University. Eucor is a net-work of seven universities on the Upper Rhine. A joint student card enables students to attend courses in France and Germany.

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Four paths to success.

The University of Basel is the ideal starting point for your career in academia. Researchers from across the globe come here

because – although the University holds top positions in international rankings – Basel remains a place where students

and researchers feel at home and enjoy the personal touch.

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India, PhD student in Biomedical Ethics

“I learned about an interesting research project in biomedical ethics at the University of Basel through a former colleague of mine. The research project at the Institute for Bio-medical Ethics in Basel looked like a perfect oppor tunity to bring to gether my training in medicine, medical anthropology and bioethics, and to carry out doctoral research in an inter-disciplinary institute. The Institute for Bio medical Ethics has been a stimulating work environment with collea gues from diverse professional backgrounds, seniors and experts in ethics from within Switzerland and Europe. This city of

Basel has a very cosmo politan, international community. Cultural influence from neighboring Germany and France is palpable in everyday life. The rich history and heritage of the Univer-sity of Basel and its particular contribution to the evo lution of medicine, its various institutes and research orga nizations of world-class reputation defini tely influenced my decision to study here. After graduating from my PhD program, I am looking forward to an interna-tional career as a researcher in bioethics and I feel well-equipped to take this path, thanks to all the training opportunities at my institute as well as at the University of Basel.”

Priya Satalkar

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China, PhD student in Neurobiology

“I was always curious about how the brain works and therefore decided to study neuro-biology. After completing my master’s degree in China, I wanted to do my PhD abroad in a dif-ferent culture. Most of my classmates chose to pursue their PhD in America. By chance, I ap-plied for the international PhD program at the Friedrich Miescher Institute in Basel and luckily got in vited to the interview. Before the inter-view I barely knew anything about Switzerland except for watches and banks. How ever, during the one-week interview, I was strongly impressed by the charisma of the city and the excellent research at the FMI. In retrospect, one of the best decisions I have ever made was to join the PhD program at the FMI in Basel. The FMI creates a very open and creative environment in which people are

motivated to study the most interesting re-search questions. There is lots of communica-tion and collaboration among talented people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Students are well trained in research expertise as well as soft skills. The Institute highly en courages stu-dents to propose and organize their own activities. Basel is a unique city at the borders of three countries. It is small in size but large in diversity. It is a ‘biotech center’ in central Europe with two large pharmaceutical com-panies and many promising bio technology start-ups, which bring talented people from all over the world to the city and offer many job opportunities. More importantly, Basel is a city that feels like home with a family-friendly infrastructure and a high standard of living.”

Xinyu Liu

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Poland, PhD student in Nanoscience

“During high school, I became fascinated by na noscience – a new, dyna mic and intriguing field of research, which demonstrates, for example, how single atoms can be manipulated. Therefore, I decided to study technical physics in Poland, since it offered the possibility to choose nano science and nanotechno logy as a specialization after two years of studies. Whilst still at university in Poland, I was performing the measure ments for my thesis in the Nano lab of the University of Basel – with a group strong in scanning tunneling microscopy. Afterwards, I started my PhD in the same group. During my PhD time, I was not only able to real-ize my dream – to manipulate single xenon atoms – but also to have a very dyna mic job filled with different activities such as work-ing with world-class, ultra-high vacuum equipment in close col-laboration with synthetic and theoretical chemists as well as with experimental and theoretical physicists, and attending top scien-tific conferences and teaching. I like Switzerland because of its world-class level of research, picturesque mountain landscape and also as the mul ticultural and open-minded city of Basel.”

India, PhD student in Biomedicine

“The primary reason I chose Basel is the fact that the city has various research institutes as well as top pharma companies that makes it a special place for research and learning. My PhD program in the field of biomedicine offers a unique experience. With more than 100 students in the program, I can easily interact and collaborate with other students, who help me in my own research. The program provides a platform for the students to acquire all the necessa ry scientific skills to carry out quality research. The yearly scientific retreat brings all the students to- gether to give them a chance to present their research – pro moting their scientific and personal development. The Univer-sity has produ ced some of the very well-known scholars and experts in their respective fields. The professors are always ready to provide their expert assistance and support new ideas for carrying out research. Basel as a city: The location of Basel on the Rhine where Switzerland, France and Ger many meet, and its connec tion to the rest of the Europe makes it a vibrant, diverse and open-minded city. The city offers lots of outdoor and re-creational activities and is a good starting point to explore the Swiss culture and the neigh boring countries.”

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Study Programs in English.

The University of Basel provides continuing education and training courses in English on a variety of topics. An overview of the

rich range on offer can be found on the following pages.

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Master’s Degrees.

Master’s in Computer ScienceThe aim of the Computer Science course is to provide the student who already has a basic grounding in the natu­ral sciences with practical, application­based training.www.informatik.unibas.ch

Master’s in EcologyThe Master’s in Ecology offers a broad spectrum of course modules from which you choose your pre­ferred topics. The Institute of Botany runs unique facili­ties such as the highest biological laboratory in the Alps and the Swiss Canopy Crane in a forest near Basel.

Master’s in EpidemiologyThe MSc in Epidemio logy centers on the pursuit of population­based health studies, which includes disease surveillance, identify­ing risk factors, and evalua ­ting interven tions to improve human health.www.swisstph.ch

Master’s in African Studies The Center for African Studies Basel offers an interdisci­ pli n ary and interfaculty MA in African Studies. The stu­dents will develop an in­depth understanding of the histori­cal and present­day situation in Africa based on issues in environment, health, society, and other topics. www.zasb.unibas.ch

Master’s in Animal BiologyThe Master’s in Animal Bio logy builds upon the strength and leadership of zoological research at the University of Basel. Students can choose their courses according to their preferences and are encouraged to attend indi­vidual courses outside Basel.www.evolution.unibas.ch

Master’s in ChemistryDuring the program, students acquire specialized knowl ­edge in different fields such as photochemistry, natural product chemistry, theoretical and computational chemistry. Students can complement their studies with two intern­ships at the Department of Chemistry.www.chemie.unibas.ch

Master’s in European Global StudiesThe MA program European Global Studies at the University of Basel is an inter­disciplinary degree course focused on European studies from a global perspective. This academic and research­based program qualifies its graduates for a career in the private or public sector, in particular in national and in­ternational administration, research, business and politics. www.europa.unibas.ch

Master’s in GeosciencesThe Master’s in Geosciences offers students the possibility to choose between five dif­ferent advanced modules in biogeography and applied ecology, geography, geology, meteorology, and environ­mental geosciences.

Master’s in Infection BiologyThe MSc in Infection Biology focuses in an interdisci plinary way on host­pathogen inter­actions and contains basic biol­ogy and laboratory work.www.swisstph.ch

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Master’s in Infectious Diseases, Vaccinology and Drug DiscoveryThis joint program with the National University of Singa­pore (NUS) offers students comprehensive insights into the basics of infectious diseases and the strategies of vaccine design and drug discovery. This course will not take place in 2015/2016.www.swisstph.ch

Master’s in International and Monetary EconomicsThe program offers training in monetary theory and policy, international macroeconom­ics, banking and financial mar­kets, and provides practical quantitative skills. The stu­dents develop knowledge of modern macroeconomics and hone their quantitative and analytical skills.www.mimecon.ch

Master’s in Molecular BiologyThe Biozentrum offers a Mas­ter’s in Molecular Biology which includes studies in bio­chemistry, biophysics, com­putational biology, develop­mental biology, infection biology, neurobiology, struc­tural biology, and cell biology.www.biozentrum.unibas.ch

Master’s in NanosciencesThe course in Nanosciences is unique in Switzerland. The Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathe­matics provide lectures and seminars for master’s students thereby enabling interdiscipli­nary studies.www.nanoscience.ch/nccr

Master’s in Pharmaceutical SciencesThe consecutive master’s study program in Pharmaceutical Sciences provides a broad un­derstanding of the entire development of a drug/medi­cine, from target identifi­cation to drug discovery, devel­opment of dosage forms and clinical examination, through to market intro­duction and sales and provides specialization opportu­nities. It qualifies primarily for activities in research and industry and is accompa­nied by a mentoring program. Program taught in German and English.www.pharma.unibas.ch/teaching/

msc-pharm-wiss/

Master’s in PhysicsThe Master’s in Physics offers full training in physics and mathematics. The program re­quires three semesters of study and culminates with a Master’s thesis in the final semester. Students can start the program in the spring or fall.www.physik.unibas.ch

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Master’s in Plant ScienceStudents will be equipped with general knowledge of biology and acquire cutting­edge research capabilities in their chosen field of speciali ­ zation. Besides working in the laboratory, students have the option of field studies in the Alps and in tropical agro­ ecosystems.www.plantbiology.unibas.ch

Master’s in ToxicologyThis specialist master’s program provides theoretical and practical skills in toxi­cology, with a major focus on drug safety sciences. The curriculum was developed in close collaboration with the Basel­based life science in dustry and regulatory author i ties and fulfills the require ments for subse ­ quent registra tion with the Swiss and European Reg­ is ter for Toxico logists. From 2016, the master’s programs in pharmaceutical sciences and toxicology will be completely redesigned and merged into a single consecutive Master’s in Drug Sciences (taught com­pletely in English).www.pharma.unibas.ch/teaching/

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PhD Programs.

European Archaeology. The combination of subject­specific courses with inter­disciplinary courses that touch on a broad range of related subjects ensures scholarly qual­ification as well as progress.

PhD in Applied Economics The program supports a small number of promising young researchers with an excellent master’s degree in economics on their way to an academic career. It focuses inter alia on accounting and controlling, in­ternational trade, environ­mental and energy economics, macroeconomics and mone­tary economics as well as mi­croeconomics and micro­econometrics.

PhD in ChemistryThe PhD in Chemistry offers doctoral students a chance to deepen their independent research activity in photochem­istry, organic synthesis, bio organic, colloid chemistry, inorganic and organic a nal­ysis. Students have the possi­bility to work in transdis­ciplinary teams.www.chemie.unibas.ch

The University of Basel offers a number of outstanding doc­toral programs in all disci­plines from the Humanities, to Social Sciences and Natural Sciences. It is also possible to obtain a PhD degree with out taking part in a structured pro ­ gram, e.g. as an academic assistant. In the following, some of the 35 doctoral pro­grams currently available in Basel are presented (please refer to www.unibasel.ch/

doktorat for the latest overview).

PhD in African StudiesThe Doctoral Programme in African Studies in Basel (DOPAS) offers guidance to young researchers along five interdisciplinary axes of re­search. It encourages students to reflect on the methodolo­gical challenges of interdisci­plinary work and provides valuable insights into the dif­ferent research disciplines.www.zasb.unibas.ch

PhD in Ancient Studies The program in Ancient Stud­ies is the framework for a wide range of PhD projects in the fields of Egyptology, Classical Archaeology, Ancient Near Eastern Studies, Ancient Histo­ry, Greek Philology, Latin Philology, Comparative and Historic Linguistics, and

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PhD in Image Understanding and Intelligent Data AnalysisThe program offers advanced training in statistics, machine learning, image analysis, and computer vision methods. Enrolled PhD students combine machine learning and computer vision techniques in order to analyze real­world data generated by a range of different measuring and imag­ing devices. They work on research projects at the Center for Cellular Imaging and NanoAnalytics or at the Depart­ment of Mathematics and Com­puter Science.www.informatik.unibas.ch

PhD in Literary StudiesThe interdisciplinary Doctoral Program “Literary Studies” focuses on modern language literature and provides pro­fessional training to qualified PhD candidates engaged in projects related to general, German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Slavic or Scan­dinavian literatures. Seminars, colloquia, workshops, guest lectures, and various other ac­tivities offered enable the PhD candidates to strengthen their skills in advanced theory and methodology.

PhD in MathematicsThis course consists of a wide range of research seminars, summer and winter schools, and offers a broad education in mathematics with an inter­national focus. The learning outcome of the program is the ability to conduct inde­pendent, original research in mathematics.www.math.unibas.ch

PhD in Nanosciences (Swiss Nano science Institute)Renowned scientists in the area of nanoscience offer about ten PhD positions per year to highly motivated candidates from all over the world. The topics range from physics and chemistry to biology and medicine. An interdisciplinary and international working environ­ment, state­of­the­art equip­ment, personal support, and training in soft skills complete the PhD program.

PhD in Pharmaceutical SciencesThe PhD Pharmaceutical Sci­ences program offers a deeper knowledge in the discovery and development of drugs, their manufacturing, mode of action, and clinical use. Students can choose their

research group from various topics (e.g. molecular pharma­cy, pharmaceutical care).www.pharma.unibas.ch

PhD in PhysicsThere are no course require­ments to obtain a PhD in Physics. However, doctoral stu­dents are encouraged to follow advanced courses to ex­tend or deepen their knowl­edge. The students have the opportunity to choose their research group (e.g. in astro­physics, computational physics). www.physik.unibas.ch

PhD in Plant SciencesThe Plant Sciences PhD program aims to in troduce students to diverse conceptual and technical ap­proaches to scientific re ­ search in plant sciences, and to make the competences and infrastructure of the three partner universities accessible to all participants.www.plantsciences.ch

PhD Program of the Swiss School of Public Health (SSPH+)The program is a joint training and network program of sever­al Swiss universities. It aims to provide PhD students with the best possible preparation for

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their role as public health sci­entists and experts. Embedded in a well­established research environment, the program of­fers a structured learning experience combined with tai­lor­made course offers and flexible training opportunities.

PhD in Social, Economic and Decision PsychologyThe Social, Economic, and Decision Psychology PhD pro­gram investigates human behaviour in social and econo­mic contexts. The program’s aim is to provide the best pos­sible support to doctoral candidates in the fields of so­cial, economic, and decision psychology at the University of Basel and thereby lays the foundation for a successful start to an academic career.www.psycho.unibas.ch

Basel Graduate School of History (BGSH)Questions at the center of cur­rent research and debate at the Basel Graduate School of History include the rela­tionship between the local and global, the nexus of micro and macro perspectives, and the significance of media ­ lity for historical events, struc­tures, and developments. Participating doctoral students

FMI International PhD Program (Biomedical Research)The program provides advan­ced, interdisciplinary training in epigenetics, neurobiology, and the mechanisms of cancer. PhD students admitted to the program receive theoretical and practical training, are introduced to experimental analysis at multiple levels of biological organization, and conduct a research project under the supervision of an FMI group leader.www.fmi.ch/training/phd/

Graduate School of Social Sciences (G3S) The Graduate School comprises all PhD programs in the social sciences at Basel. G3S offers a curriculum of disciplinary and interdisciplinary courses, as well as workshops in theory and methodology in a broad range of research fields such as education, peace, sustainabi­lity, study of religions and cul­tural practices, social inequa­lity, migration, gender studies, or social theory. www.g3s.unibas.ch

study within a theoretical, methodological, and content dense network that provides the opportunity for intellec­tual debate and international interconnection.https://bgsh.geschichte.

unibas.ch/

Basel Neuroscience ProgramRepresenting among the high­est densities of neuroscientists worldwide, the Basel Neurosci­ence program provides out­standing research opportuni­ties on all levels and a dynamic field for innovation.www.neuronetwork.unibas.ch

eikones Graduate School The eikones Graduate School is an integral part of the Natio­nal Center of Competence in Research (NCCR) “Iconic Criti­cism – The Power and Meaning of Images”. Doctoral students thus benefit from an excellent, interdisciplinary research en­vironment with the necessary insights into the different approaches to iconic criticism.www.eikones.ch

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Hermann Paul School of Linguistics (HPSL)The HPSL provides an interna­tional and interdisciplinary program in state­of­the­art re­search in language sciences. It is run in cooperation with the Albert­Ludwigs University of Freiburg (Germany). The HPSL bridges the boundaries between subjects, methods, and traditions, and offers doc­toral students a lively, active and inspiring environment for the discussion and elaboration of their ideas.www.hpsl-linguistics.org

International PhD Program of the Center for Molecular Life Sciences (Biozentrum) The program offers inter dis­ciplinary theoretical and prac­tical training at the forefront of molecular and biomedical research. Research disciplines includeinfection biology, neurobiology, developmental biology, biophysics, structur ­ al biology, and computational biology. Highly talented and ambitious students are encour­aged to apply to the “Fellow­ship for Excellence” program.

PhD Platform Health Sciences (PPHS)The PhD Platform strengthens and harmonizes doctoral education within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Basel. It offers highly advan­ced training, support, and networking possibilities to doctoral students whose research focuses on health science topics and thereby ensures professional career development in this area.www.pphs.unibas.ch

Some other programs approved by the University of Basel are:PhD Program in Biomedical Engineering, Graduate School of Theologies, PhD program at the School of Psychology.

Advanced Studies at the University of Basel offers post­graduate degree programs for international postgraduate students. The certificate cours­es are designed for a broad range of postgraduate students who wish to study in Swit­zerland either for a couple of weeks (certificate courses) up to a period of one year (Diploma of Advanced Studies) or two years (Master of Ad­vanced Studies). Postgraduate students are professionals with an academic background (bachelor’s or master’s degree) and work­based experience.www.advancedstudies.ch

MAS in European and Global GovernanceThe new Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in European and Global Governance is a modu­larized program that consists of five thematically inde­pendent Certificates of Advan­ced Studies (CAS). It focuses on global research on Europe in the fields of law, econo my and society. Once students have passed all five CAS as well as their final thesis, they are awarded the certificate Master of Advanced Studies.www.europa.unibas.ch

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MAS in Peace and Conflict Transformation This program provides a holis­tic understanding of civilian peacebuilding aimed at trans­forming violent conflict by peaceful means, promoting peace, rebuilding societies affected by war, and preventing violence from re­erupting. It bridges current academic find­ings with the latest insights from peacebuilding practice.http://academy.swisspeace.ch

MBA in International Health Management Global health initiatives in­fluence health systems world­wide. New knowledge and skills are required to work in meaningful and productive partnerships and to take lead­ing positions within health systems. The content of this modular program goes beyond classical MBA programs in health care, as it maintains a global perspective and interdisciplinary approach throughout.www.swisstph.ch

CAS African Affairs and Intercultural CompetenceWorking in an African context is as compelling as it is chal­lenging. This program equips professionals with the knowl­edge, skills and resources that enable them to efficiently and sustainably communicate, collaborate, and organize. www.zasb.unibas.ch

CAS Civilian PeacebuildingThis course provides a holistic understanding of civilian peacebuilding, a necessary cor­nerstone of any efforts to transform violent conflict and build sustainable peace. Par­ticipants will be able to link the­oretical and conceptual inputs to their concrete work activities and to critically reflect on peace­building practices.http://academy.swisspeace.ch

CAS Clinical Research I The goal of this program is to impart information and skills necessary to start a new career as a clinical research profe­ssional. It has been designed to meet the needs of young clinical research professionals from industry and academia, as well as for new members of ethics committees. www.clinicaltrialunit.ch

MAS in International Health International Health describes a strategy combining the knowledge and experience of several disciplines (epide mio­logy, economics, management sciences, etc.). Graduates have the capacity to critically analyze internatio nal health problems within a specific con­text, to study determinants, and to develop and evaluate adequate and appropriate responses from local and glob­al perspectives.www.swisstph.ch

MAS in Medicines DevelopmentThis master’s program focuses on global integrated drug development. Participants will acquire knowledge, expertise, and the skills for the modern dis covery, development, and regulation of medical products and learn how to integrate innovative strategies, metho­dol ogies, and tools. The mas­ter’s program extends the six modules of the diploma course in pharmaceutical medicine. www.ecpm.ch

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the global south; food and agriculture; aging societies; and energy policy.www.europa.unibas.ch

CAS Financial Markets – E-Learning CourseThe course encompasses impor­tant concepts of financial markets theory. Students learn to solve mathematical, sta­tistical and simple econometric problems, and to master the theoretical concepts. E­learning allows students to work through the course contents in ­ dividually and interactively.www.efinancial-markets.ch

CAS Fragility, Conflict and StatebuildingThis course focuses on the conceptual, policy, and imple­mentation challenges of statebuilding in fragile and conflict­affected contexts. Links between violent conflict, fragility and statebuilding will be discussed critically. The course reviews adapted methodologies for working suc­cessfully in fragile contexts.http://academy.swisspeace.ch

CAS Global Social EntrepreneurshipThis CAS equips its students with cutting­edge, non­profit management and leadership

skills that they directly apply by engaging in setting up a social enterprise from scratch in an unknown environment. The learning journey will teach the students how to plan and implement social initia­tives, how to deal with uncer­tainty and unfamiliar envi­ronments as well as how to work in a cross­cultural team. www.ceps.unibas.ch

CAS Global SocietyThe study program consists of courses in the following fields: human rights; climate change and climate protec ­tion; global administrative law; EU and developing countries; institutions and growth in de­veloping countries; legitimacy and accountability of interna­tional politics; gender and global politics; global protest movements; privacy and the public sphere.www.europa.unibas.ch

CAS International Organizations and NGOsThe study program consists of courses in the following fields: introduction to interna­tional law; WTO law; foreign relations of the EU; political economics of international organizations; international negotiations in the WTO

CAS Clinical Research IIThis program provides infor­mation and skills necessary for the variety of management and leadership positions in different clinical research settings. This continuing education program is aimed at experienced clinical research professionals from industry and academia, as well as for advanced members of ethics committees or regulatory agencies. www.clinicaltrialunit.ch

CAS Dealing with the PastFinding a way to deal with a violent past is arguably the ba­sis for lasting peace and democracy. This course focuses on the potentials and challeng­es of designing a process to deal with the past and looks at ways in which actors can work together to ensure effec­tive policy decision­making. http://academy.swisspeace.ch

CAS Europe 2050The study program consists of courses in the following fields: EU social non­discrimination law; international and Europe­an food law; cohesion and competitiveness in an enlarged EU; challenges of political integration in Europe; shifting balances of power; Europe and

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and beyond; labor and social rights; human rights move­ments; migration and migra­tion regimes; internationali sm and international organ i za­tions in historical perspective. www.europa.unibas.ch

CAS Multinational CorporationsThe study program consists of courses in the following fields: EU competition law; interna­tional contract law; challenges for international banking; challenges for pharmaceutical companies; the theory of inter­national business; strategic management; European multi­national corporations and in­ternational governance; social impact of multinational cor­porations; from family­owned businesses to global corpora­tions. www.europa.unibas.ch

CAS National Dialogue and Peace MediationNational dialogues have become increasingly impor­tant in international debates. They are seen as a promising approach to addressing and resolving the causes of violent political conflicts in an in clusive man­ner. Run in partnership with the Berghof Foundation, this course provides insights into

how to understand, design, and support national dialogue processes. http://academy.swisspeace.ch

CAS Peacebuilding MethodologiesThis course provides peace­building, development, and humanitarian actors with a specific skillset to work effectively in contexts prone to violent conflict, including high adaptability to rapidly changing environments. It is composed of elective prac­tice­oriented KOFF trainings. http://academy.swisspeace.ch

CAS Regulatory SciencesThe program is targeted at professionals from the chemi­cal and agrichemical indus­tries, academic and government decision­ and policy­makers, who have a good grounding in the basics and will benefit from a more in­depth, compre­hensive, and systematic im mersion in modern regu­latory toxicology in the chem­ical industry.www.scaht.org

DAS Clinical Trial Practice and ManagementThe goal of this program is to prepare trainees for the

variety of management and leadership roles of different clinical research settings such as academia, pharmaceutical, medical device or biotech indus­try, clinical research organi­zations and regulatory agencies.www.clinicaltrialunit.ch

DAS European Course in Pharma ceutical Medicine The ECPM diploma course program provides specialist knowledge in the field of drug discovery, development and regulatory sciences. Participants Iearn how to bring a molecule to market in a science­based, high quality and economically viable way leading to better and safer me­dical products for patients.www.ecpm.ch

DAS Health Care and Management in Tropical Countries The course aims to introduce a range of skills and knowl edge needed to work as public health professionals in resource­poor settings tak­ing into consideration the national, international, and glo­bal policies and strategies. www.swisstph.ch

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Living and studying in

Basel. Finding a suitable degree program is very important, but you also

need to ensure that life outside the university is right for you. With great living, working and leisure opportunities, Basel is the

perfect city in which to study.

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The University of Basel’s various sites are located close together in the city center. These short distances are best negotiated using the city’s extensive public transport system. Basel’s green trams are known far and wide, and the U-Abo pass enables value travel as far as the Frick Valley or even Germany. Or, better still, get yourself a bicycle. A network of cycle paths allow you to quickly travel from A to B. And if you want to venture further afield, mobility sites are located throughout the city. Catch-a-Car, a car sharing service, is cur-rently being tested.www.tnw.ch

Travel.Although Basel’s housing market can – as in many cities – be tough, attractive student accommodation is always available. The University provides support through student halls of residence and WoVe, the asso ciation for student living.www.markt.unibas.ch, www.wove.ch,

www.wgzimmer.ch

Living in Basel.

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Eating and drinking. To quench their thirst and satisfy their hunger, students either head to one of the campus cafeterias or pay a visit to Caffè Bologna or the Skubar, which offers DJs and drinks every Thursday. www.universitaet-basel.sv-group.ch, www.caffebologna.ch,

facebook.com/skuBAR.Basel

CrossFit, Streetdance, freeride tours or a re laxing Tuina massage: The Unisport program includes more than one hundred varieties of sport, movement, and body awareness. In addition to weekly train-ing sessions, Unisport also offers camps, week-ends, workshops, advice and tournaments. The 1,400 m2 fitness center also provides students with the latest equipment. Most offerings are free of charge, but some require registration. Find out what’s what at www.unisport.ch

Sport.

When the laptops have been switched off and the libraries are closed, the night beckons. On the banks of the Rhine, temporary bars tend to the needs of sunbathing water lovers. Bars and clubs compete for visitors’ attention all year round. Balz Bar is particularly popular with students on Thursdays.

Nightlife.

Culture. Basel is a city of mu seums. Its 40 exhibition spaces include world- famous sites such as the Kunstmuseum Basel, Fondation Beyeler and the Vitra Design Museum. Theater Basel and numerous cabarets help make the city a cultural mecca. www.museenbasel.ch, www.theater-basel.ch

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The University of Basel currently charges tuition fees of CHF 850 (Master’s) and CHF 350 (PhD) per semester. The cost of books and, naturally, living ex- penses should also be taken into account. The following table pro-vides a guide to the monthly cost of living in Switzerland.

Minimum CHF Average CHF

Rent (room, shared apartment, student accommodation)

400.– 600.–

Food, household, clothing 450.– 600.–

Insurance, medical care 200.– 300.–

Transport 60.– 90.–

Study materials 100.– 150.–

Tuition fees 140.– 140.–

Leisure, culture 150.– 220.–

Total 1500.– 2100.–

Budget.

Basel is located in the triangle between the Jura mountains, Alsace, and the Black Forest. Trek in the Jura moun-tains, cycle through half-timbered villages or sit down to a plate of freshly cut asparagus in a seasonal wine tavern: There is always something to discover. Scenic landscapes, towns steeped in history, and ski lifts and cross-country skiing trails draw city dwellers into the coun tryside.

Basel and beyond.

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University Services.

Student Advice CenterWe give advice on university degree programs, career op­portunities, and help students to cope with student life.www.studienberatung-basel.ch

Administration OfficeWe provide all relevant infor­mation, application forms, grants information, welfare advice, assist with student mobility and exchange pro­grams, and offer advice for students with disabilities.www.unibas.ch/studium

EUCORThis tri­national confederation of five leading European universities enables students holding a EUCOR Student Card to access all their pro­grams and libraries.www.eucor.unibas.ch

Transferable SkillsThe course program is specifical ly addressed to all Doctoral Candidates and Postdocs of the University of Basel. It supports researcher during their dissertation peri­od and prepares for a profes­sional career inside or outside of academiawww.unibas.ch/doktorat/uek

Inter national OfficeWe are your partner for international affairs at the Uni versity of Basel. Our three sections are:www.unibas.ch/inoffice

1. International RelationsWe coordinate international relations and cooperation.

2. Student ExchangeWe coordinate student exchange programs and advise exchange students from our partner universities worldwide.

3. Welcome CenterWe inform and assist international master’s­ and PhD students on such non­academic issues as moving to Switzerland, flat hunting, for­malities with local authorities, and practical issues regarding their Basel experience.

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EUresearch Regional Office BaselWe provide all relevant information on the European Union’s Framework Programme for Research. www.euresearch.unibas.ch

Equal Opportunities OfficeWe assist all university bodies in promoting equal op­portunities throughout the University of Basel. chancengleichheit.unibas.ch

Language Center We aim at the advancement of language knowledge and of­fer varied and professional language acquisition prospects.www.sprachenzentrum.unibas.ch

University SportsWe provide all university members with a full range of sport and recreation opportu­nities.www.unisport.ch

Public Lectures and EventsWe offer a wide range of public lectures and events that are free of charge and open to all persons interested. www.unibas.ch/veranstaltungen

NewsletterSubscribe to the university’s newsletter to keep abreast of all university news, current affairs, and events. www.unibas.ch/newsletter

UNI NOVAThis in­house magazine provides a wealth of instruc­tive articles on teaching and research issues, people, and services.www.unibas.ch/uninova

UnitectraWe advise all university members on how to transfer knowledge and research findings to third parties.www.unitectra.ch

Academic Talent PromotionWe provide talented academics with all relevant advice, are a contact point for issues that relate to shaping your aca demic careers, and are a ­vailable to discuss specific aspects of career and financing. www.nachwuchs.unibas.ch

Career Service Center (CSC)We provide graduates with career advice and organize enterprise contact fairs, job exchanges, and other events designed to facilitate the transition into employment. www.csc.unibas.ch

Advanced StudiesWe cooperate with all seven faculties to provide university­level continuing education opportunities for professional individuals seeking to expand their knowledge and skills beyond their own subject area. www.advancedstudies.ch

AlumniBaselWe promote alumni culture within and beyond the uni­versity and provide network­ing opportunities for former university members. www.alumnibasel.ch

ImpressumPublisher: University of Basel, Communications & Marketing, Petersgraben 35, P.O. 2148, 4001 Basel, Switzerland; Editors: Matthias Geering, Stephanie Stähli, David Herrmann; Design: New Identity Ltd.,Basel; Images: Daniel Boschung, Peter Schnetz, Daniel Spehr, Christian Flierl, Basel Tourismus; Translation and proofreading: Sheila Regan and team, www.uni-works.org; Cir culation: 250 (print on demand); Published in February 2015

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