OpenFieldOST Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) - Photonics & Precision Optics
Nationally accredited Master of Science in Engineering profile delivered at the Buchs campus in the Swiss Photonics Valley, specializing in laser material processing, optical metrology, and micro-optical sensors.
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 Electrical Engineering, Microtechnology, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics with above-average grade.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in all bands) or TOEFL iBT 90.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Coursework in optical design, laser physics, and sensor technologies.
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Salaried part-time research assistantships (50%) providing CHF 2,500 to CHF 3,200/month while studying
- Application fee
- CHF 150 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- CHF 1,500/semester for international students.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 30, 2027 (Autumn intake priority deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official OST University of Applied Sciences of Eastern Switzerland documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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