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190 PhD programmes in Switzerland

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University of Zurich4,2(54)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 5% in Worldwide

Mathematics

The international Mathematics program from the University of Zurich is organized jointly by the Institute of Mathematics (UZH) and the Department of Mathematics (ETHZ). 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$368/yr
University of Bern4,5(6)
Bern, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Statistics

The purpose of the Statistics PhD programme at University of Bern is to deepen one's knowledge in Probability Theory, Statistics, Financial or Actuarial Mathematics, and to pursue independent research in these fields. The dissertation contains new results which are usually published in peer-reviewed journals.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$490/yr
University of Zurich4,2(54)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 5% in Worldwide

Banking and Finance (Track A)

The Banking and Finance (Track A) program offered at University of Zurich is aimed at students who are already working closely with a professor of the Faculty of Economics, Business Administration and Information.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$368/yr
University of Bern4,5(6)
Bern, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Public Administration

Are you interested in doing some independent research work and would like to start a Public Administration doctorate at the University of Bern? 

Doctorate Full-time On-campus
3 years$490/yr
University of Bern4,5(6)
Bern, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Climate Sciences

The PhD Climate Sciences program at University of Bern consists mainly of the PhD thesis involving 3 to 4 years (full time) of research work in a project within one of the research units of the faculty affiliated with the Graduate School of Climate Sciences. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$490/yr
University of Lausanne3,9(11)
Lausanne, Switzerland Top 3% in Worldwide

Neuroscience

The Lemanic Neuroscience Doctoral School (LNDS) organizes student training both in theoretical and experimental aspects of neuroscience. Research projects take place at affiliated laboratories in Geneva and Lausanne. The Neuroscience program is offered by the University of Lausanne.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology4,2(43)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Plant Science

The PSC PhD Program in Plant Science at the ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology is a joint program of the University of Zurich, ETH Zurich and the University of Basel. The structured curriculum offers training in frontier topics of the plant sciences, including molecular biology, ecology, environmental and agronomic sciences.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$613/yr
University of Zurich4,2(54)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 5% in Worldwide

Psychology (individual Doctorate)

The Psychology (individual Doctorate) program offered at the University of Zurich requires participants to conduct independent research, write a PhD thesis, and to perform coursework.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$368/yr
University of Lausanne3,9(11)
Lausanne, Switzerland Top 3% in Worldwide

Earth Surface Processes and Paleobiosphere

The Earth Surface Processes and Paleobiosphere program at the University of Lausanne provides an interesting and contemporary program of field seminars and courses to foster scientific quality, creativity, and communication within the scientific community as well as with the professional world.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsFree
SBS Swiss Business School4,8(4)
Kloten, Switzerland

Strategy, Project Leadership and PMOs

AIPMO has partnered with the SBS Swiss Business School to offer the first Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in the world for professionals who need to understand Strategy, Project Leadership and PMOs.

D.B.A. Part-time On-campus
3 years$16,338/yr
University of Zurich4,2(54)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 5% in Worldwide

Theology

The Faculties of Theology of the Universities of Basel, Bern and University of Zurich jointly offer a new doctoral program.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$368/yr
ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology4,2(43)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Biomedical Ethics and Law - Medical Track

The PhD Biomedical Ethics and Law - Medical Track at ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology is designed for PhD applicants interested in focusing on biomedical ethics and the interface between ethics, health law and human rights.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$613/yr
ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology4,2(43)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 0.5% in Worldwide

RNA Biology

The PhD Program in RNA Biology at ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology is a coordinated, interdisciplinary and interinstitutional PhD Program in the field of RNA biology.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$613/yr
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne4,4(28)
Lausanne, Switzerland Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Learning Sciences

The Learning Sciences degree at Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne is an emerging, interdisciplinary research area that focuses on developing a multi-faceted understanding of learning as it happens in the real world, as well as designing, implementing and improving learning environments.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsFree
ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology4,2(43)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Neuroscience

The ZNZ doctoral program in Neuroscience at ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology offers students of different disciplines a solid foundation in the neurosciences.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$613/yr
University of Geneva4,0(22)
Genève, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Information Systems

Information Systems from University of Geneva is a cutting edge program, allowing PhD students to develop fundamental models and theories of these disciplines and to create, design, and produce tomorrow’s prototype information systems and digital services.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$1,225/yr
University of Geneva4,0(22)
Genève, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Economics

At Economics from University of Geneva at the end of the first year, students choose their supervisors and start working on their dissertations, which normally comprise three academic articles.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$1,225/yr
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne4,4(28)
Lausanne, Switzerland Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Finance

The doctoral program in Finance at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne is targeted towards the pursuit of academic excellence. The program covers a wide range of subjects including Asset Pricing, Financial Economics, Financial Econometrics, Corporate Finance and Mathematical Finance.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsFree
ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology4,2(43)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Plant Science and Policy

The PSC PhD Program in Plant Science and Policy at the ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology is designed for researchers in the natural sciences wishing to acquire additional tools at the interfaces of research, policy, and diverse stakeholders. The program is open to motivated students in the life sciences, environmental sciences, earth sciences and agricultural sciences.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$613/yr
University of Geneva4,0(22)
Genève, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Medical Science (MD - PhD)

Medical Science (MD - PhD) from University of Geneva is intended for candidates holding a diploma in human medicine or dental medicine. It is awarded by the Faculty of medicine following the conclusion of a research project in clinical, fundamental or dental medicine that lasts generally three years.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$1,225/yr

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