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190 PhD programmes in Switzerland

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ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology4,2(43)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Molecular Life Sciences

The Zurich Ph.D. Program in Molecular Life Sciences is a joint program of the University of Zurich and ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, two highly prestigious Swiss universities with excellent research facilities. 

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

Materials and Processes

Leading-​​​edge thematic education, alongside modern research directions in materials, processes and manufacturing technologies, is the core of the doctoral learning journey in this Materials and Processes program at ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology.

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

Biomedical Ethics and Law - Medical Track

The Biomedical Ethics and Law - Medical Track from University of Zurich 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$368/yr
University of St. Gallen (HSG)4,4(10)
Sankt Gallen, Switzerland

Finance

The Graduate Programme in Economics and Finance (GPEF) at the University of St. Gallen (HSG) trains students to achieve academic excellence in the area of Finance with a particular focus on policy relevant theoretical and empirical research.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$2,644/yr
University of Geneva4,0(22)
Genève, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Management

Obtaining a Ph.D. in Management at the University of Geneva usually takes up to five years. During this time, students write their Ph.D. thesis and collect credit points

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$1,225/yr
University of Bern4,5(6)
Bern, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Interdiciplinary Cultural Studies ICS

The doctoral program Interdiciplinary Cultural Studies ICS from the University of Bern focuses on key concepts, theories and methods which are used across different disciplines of the Humanities and Social Sciences. 

Doctorate Full-time On-campus
3 years$490/yr
ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology4,2(43)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Biomedicine

The comprehensive study and understanding of organ function in health and disease requires multidisciplinary approaches in basic, applied and translational biomedical research. This Biomedicine program is offered at ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$613/yr
University of Lausanne3,9(11)
Lausanne, Switzerland Top 3% in Worldwide

Management

The Management program at the University of Lausanne can open up a career in various industries. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$490/yr
University of St. Gallen (HSG)4,4(10)
Sankt Gallen, Switzerland

Economics and Econometrics

The Graduate Programme in Economics and Finance (GPEF) at the University of St. Gallen (HSG) trains students to achieve academic excellence in the area of Economics and Econometrics with a particular focus on policy relevant theoretical and empirical research.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$2,644/yr
University of St. Gallen (HSG)4,4(10)
Sankt Gallen, Switzerland

Management

The PhD Programme in Management (PMA) is the largest PhD programme at the University of St. Gallen (HSG) and provides preparation for a researchbased career in academia and industry.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$2,644/yr
University of Zurich4,2(54)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 5% in Worldwide

Biomedicine

The PhD students of the PhD program in Biomedicine at University of Zurich can not only choose from a broad selection of research topics and participate in front line science, but can also take advantage of a large number of graduate courses on various topics. 

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

Communication and Media Studies

The goal of the Communication and Media Studies programme from the University of Bern in teaching is to promote students' critical and networked thinking about the social sciences and to sensitise them to the communication science aspects of political processes.

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

Art History

If you are planning to apply for Art History programme from the University of Bern, the first step is to get in contact with a professor of the Institute of Art History whose fields of interest overlap with your own. Then, send in a proposal of your project. 

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

Business Administration

Students wishing to pursue a doctorate in Business Administration from the University of Bern must obtain at least 24 ECTS credits during the doctoral program.

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

Nursing Sciences

The aim of the Nursing Sciences program at the University of Lausanne is to develop scholars, who are able to build a program of research that advances nursing knowledge and contributes to the health of individuals, families, and communities. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Zurich4,2(54)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 5% in Worldwide

Law

The Law doctoral thesis at University of Zurich should be in the form of a monograph and should make an independent contribution to current research.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$368/yr
University of Zurich4,2(54)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 5% in Worldwide

Medicine

The MD-PhD Medicine program at University of Zurich offers a shortened secondary course of studies at the Faculty of Science (MNF) for students of medicine, veterinary medicine, or dentistry.

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

Computational Science

Computational Science at ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology integrates advances in mathematics and information technology leading to validated, verifiable and efficient simulation, analysis and optimization of key technologies ranging from aircraft wings to drug design.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$613/yr
Dunster Business School
Online

Doctor in Business Administration

The Doctor in Business Administration course from Dunster Business School is designed for professionals who want to achieve an even higher level of mastery in areas of specialisation, putting theory into practice.

D.B.A. Full-time Online
2½ years$7,720/yr
Swiss School Of Business and Management4,4(82)
Online

Top-up

Already hold a PhD or DBA? The Top-Up DBA is your opportunity to refresh, extend, and elevate your doctoral achievements with cutting-edge, practice-driven research.Highlights:Build on your existing doctorate with new, high-impact workDeliver real-world solutions and measure outcomes through KPIsPublish and share findings with global audiencesWork with expert supervisors and industry mentorsAccelerated, executive-focused pathway designed for leadersTransform your academic expertise into executive influence and make a lasting impact on organizations and society.

D.B.A. Full-time Online
1½ year$3,745/yr

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