Overview

The aim of the programme at University of Bern is to undertake research in probability, Statistics, finance or actuarial science.

Features

It is expected that the research outcome is published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at international conferences.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The doctorate students are not required to attend any courses for the purpose of getting the PhD degree.

Still, they may attend all courses offered by IMSV and those from the Programme doctoral en Statistique et Probabilités Appliquées.

Furthermore, PhD students are required to attend seminars organized by IMSV and also present their results there.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-31 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Statistics View 3 other PhDs in Statistics in Switzerland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted to the PhD program, one needs a master's or equivalent degree in Mathematics or Statistics with good or excellent grade.

There are different admission requirements for applicants with a Swiss degree and applicants with an international degree.

Tuition Fee

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International

400 CHF/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 200 CHF per semester during 36 months.
National

400 CHF/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 200 CHF per semester during 36 months.

Living costs for Bern

1655 - 2130 CHF /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Potential funding of a PhD project is the responsibility of the corresponding supervisor. For detailed information, please get in touch with one of the institute's professors or with the program administration in Statistics.

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