School of Biomedical and Precision Engineering

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The School of Biomedical and Precision Engineering SBPE is a newly established institution of the University of Bern and the Bern University of Applied Sciences promoting innovative technologies in both Precision Engineering and Biomedical Engineering. Precision Engineering is one of the critical technologies for successful innovations and provides access to future engineering demands while taking sustainability aspects into account. It combines disciplines like optics, microtechnology, physics, mechanical and electrical engineering, control and automation, modelling and simulations, mechatronics and robotics as well as material science, analytics and coatings.

At the core of the SBPE are the Master of Science in Precision Engineering and the Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering, academic collaborations between the University of Bern and the Bern University of Applied Sciences. 

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Industry Excursions

Student Visit at Alemnis AG

Students of the MSc Precision Engineering delve into the world of nanoindentation with Dr. Nicholas Randall at Alemnis AG, exploring state-of-the-art in-situ material testing technologies during a industry excursion.

Inside the Curriculum

Accounting and Finance in Precision Engineering

Our lectures within the Complimentary Skills: Innovation and Entrepreneurship train our students in skills that are required to be successful in our highly competitive and fast moving business world.

Inside the Curriculum

Why Data Ethics Matters for Every Engineer

Bias in artificial intelligence systems can affect the entire engineering process, therefore, within the Master of Science in Precision Engineering students address these challenges and explore Data Ethics for a future with fairer technologies.

MSc Precision Engineering

Communication Skills are Key for STEM Careers

Complementary skills supplement the core knowledge of our MSc Precision Engineering curriculum and play an instrumental role in every engineer's professional portfolio.

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Testimonials

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CEO and Founder of 4K MEMS

Dr. Matthias Imboden

"Our collaboration with the University of Bern has been an outstanding experience. 4K-MEMS had the pleasure of hosting a master’s project with a highly competent and diligent student, whose work was of exceptional quality. The student’s dedication and skill set were invaluable to advancing our research and generating tangible results. The University of Bern’s faculty played a pivotal role in the project, providing deep insights and support. Their expertise, commitment, and the guidance they offered to the student were instrumental in the project’s success."

PrE Alumni

Weronika Sadurska

"The participation of industry partners in the Creative Engineering Lab especially, but also throughout the study program is an undeniable benefit for the students."

PrE Almuni

Mauro Settimo

"Working on a large multi-year Creative Engineering Lab project allowed me to gain solid preparation and be ready to tackle future projects with confidence."

PrE Student

Christo Thalakkottoor

"In our world, the production of more sophisticated devices is invaluable - and the MSc Precision Engineering is key to technological advancement."

PrE Student

Tianshu Feng

"The master's program not only fulfilled my specific expectations in the curriculum, it also provides a broad spectrum of general knowledge in engineering that is incredibly advantageous."

Vice President Business Development at Alemnis AG & PrE Lecturer

Dr. Nicholas Randall

"It is a real pleasure to teach the small-scale mechanics and materials testing aspects of the MSc Precision Engineering course. The students have a broad spectrum of experiences which makes the practical session at Alemnis all the more interactive and rewarding."

Head of Domain, Federal Institute of Metrology METAS

Dr. Henri Baumann

“METAS is where Switzerland is at its most accurate. It is so to speak the guardian of metrology in Switzerland. We are committed to partnering with the Graduate School in Precision Engineering for innovative and exciting PhD theses in Metrology.”