OpenFieldSwiss MedTech & Precision Watchmaking Micro-Manufacturing Practicum
Six-month professional engineering placement embedded within world-famous precision watchmakers (Swatch Group, Rolex) or surgical instrument manufacturers in the Jura arc region.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled in BFH Master in Engineering, Microtechnology, or Medical Technology
- English language proficiency
- Fluent English and working German or French
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Technical CV and portfolio of precision mechanical design
- Recommendation letters
- Faculty course director endorsement
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- CHF 3,100 per month for 6-month industrial internship in Biel/Bern
- Application fee
- Zero fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Integrated into accredited BFH Master of Science curriculum
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
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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