Swiss Innosuisse Autonomous Electric Mountain Transit & Battery Pack Project

Applied automotive engineering study at the Biel Vehicle Technology Laboratory, developing thermal runaway mitigation and regenerative braking for heavy electric buses operating on steep Alpine roads.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master's degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics, or Electrical Systems
English language proficiency: German or English professional working proficiency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Demonstrated simulation skills in MATLAB/Simulink or battery electrochemical modeling
Recommendation letters: Two academic or industry letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: CHF 67,000 annual research salary plus laboratory prototyping budget
Application fee: Zero fee
Tuition / joining costs: Fully sponsored by Swiss Innovation Agency

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 31, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Bern University of Applied Sciences documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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