Inspiring Environment

We offer an academic environment that inspires. Researchers benefit from modern infrastructure, international networks and interdisciplinary exchange. Together with staff in administration, technology and support, we strive for excellence and shape the vibrant life of the university. This is underpinned by the values of the University of Bern: credible, confident, open, passionate and fair.

Strategy 2030 

We actively help shape the future of the University of Bern – in line with our Strategy 2030, which defines our vision, mission, values and goals. In doing so, we take responsibility for sustainable development and promote the respectful use of ecological, economic and social resources.

Equal Opportunities

Equal opportunities are a fundamental principle for us: we are committed to equality, diversity and the removal of access barriers. Through regular evaluations, we ensure and continuously improve the quality of our services and foster a shared culture of quality.
Vice-Rectorate Quality and Sustainable Development

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Mission Statement

Our magazine uniFOKUS illustrates research topics and is published four times a year.
Magazine uniFOKUS

CAS in Higher Education Teaching

The “CAS in Higher Education Teaching” provides a solid qualification for effective teaching and learning in higher education. Through modular courses, you will gain practical methods to plan, deliver and improve your teaching – as well as to support and assess students competently.

Enhancing the Quality of Teaching

The continuing education programme “CAS in Higher Education Teaching” is offered by the Lifelong Learning Center and is financially supported by the University of Bern. Its aim is to improve the quality of teaching and to enhance career opportunities for early-career researchers, both nationally and internationally.

Contact: Thomas Tribelhorn, Head of Learning and Development, thomas.tribelhorn@unibe.ch

Continuing Education Programme: CAS in Higher Education Teaching (in German)
High-Quality Teaching at the University of (in German)