Polytechnikum, Biel/Bienne
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Polytechnikum, Biel/Bienne

Polytechnikum, Biel/Bienne

“Shaping sustainable living spaces through interdisciplinary, project-oriented, and scientifically driven architectural education.”

Solothurnstrasse 102, 2500 Biel, Switzerland
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About Polytechnikum, Biel/Bienne

The Department of Architecture, Wood and Civil Engineering (BFH-AHB) at Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH) is a leading institution in Switzerland, offering comprehensive education across architecture, wood technology, and civil engineering. With campuses in Biel/Bienne and Burgdorf, the department emphasizes interdisciplinary, project-oriented, and scientific learning. Its programs, including Bachelor and Master of Arts in Architecture, are aligned with the Bologna system since 2005. BFH-AHB is dedicated to preparing future professionals to address contemporary challenges in design and construction. The curriculum fosters a holistic understanding of architecture and planning, with a particular focus on regenerative and cooperative urban development, often utilizing sustainable and bio-based materials. The institution promotes an environment of innovation and practical application in shaping the built environment.
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Master of Arts (MA) in Architecture
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The Joint Master in Architecture (JMA) at BFH and HES-SO equips students with the ability to manage complex design and planning tasks, from strategic concepts to competition projects and realisation. The course combines regenerative construction methods and cooperative urban development with applied research and innovative practice.

Full-time (4 semesters), Part-time (7 semesters)
German (English, French). Common modules with students from Fribourg and Geneva are taught in English and French. All written work can be submitted in German, English or French
For HES-SO: For Swiss students, a semester costs CHF 950. For foreign students, a semester costs CHF 1300.
Deadline: Spring semester: 31 October. Autumn semester: 31 May.
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Accredited under the Bologna system since 2005.
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Polytechnikum, Biel/Bienne is Shaping sustainable living spaces through interdisciplinary, project-oriented, and scientifically driven architectural education.

Polytechnikum, Biel/Bienne provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Master of Arts (MA) in Architecture.

Polytechnikum, Biel/Bienne is situated in Biel, Switzerland, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

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