OpenFieldFHNW Swiss Cantonal Engineering and Life Sciences Merit Scholarship
Cantonal merit scholarship supporting exceptional Swiss and international students pursuing master's degrees in engineering, mechatronics, and biotechnology at FHNW campuses.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or Life Sciences with minimum grade 5.0/6.0 on the Swiss scale.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 90 in English.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Standardized testing not required for Swiss university of applied sciences admissions.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Personal statement detailing interest in Industry 4.0 automation, medical technology, or sustainable engineering.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters of recommendation from engineering or science faculty.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Merit award: up to CHF 5,000 annual study grant applied toward tuition and specialized laboratory costs
- Application fee
- CHF 100 admissions evaluation fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- CHF 1,000 per semester international tuition; subsidized by cantonal study grant
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- 30 April 2027 (Autumn Admissions Cohort)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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