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University of Neuchâtel

Neuchâtel, Switzerland World Rank #1920

Overview

English Name: University of Neuchâtel
Control Type: Public
World Rank: #1920
Rank in Switzerland: #14
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Based in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, University of Neuchâtel is a public institution that functions as a higher-education provider within Switzerland.

Teaching at University of Neuchâtel covers bachelor's through doctoral programmes, delivered through multiple faculties. The institution maintains a catalogue of active programmes spanning undergraduate and postgraduate routes.

Institutional scale at University of Neuchâtel centres on 4,180 students, organised across faculties and academic units. Its campus environment provides the daily context for academic and student life.

University of Neuchâtel's ranking position is #1920 globally and #14 within Switzerland. The institution participates in Switzerland's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.

Location & Contact

Need to mail, call, or visit University of Neuchâtel? Address, phone, and digital contact options below. Religious and cultural accommodation queries route through specific student services.

Address: Avenue du 1er-Mars 26
Postal Code: 2000
Phone: 41 32 718 10 00
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Academic Details

Key statistics on University of Neuchâtel's student population, faculty size, and external recognition. International vs domestic student split is often missing from these figures but matters for campus culture.

Academic Year: September to June
Admission Requirements: Secondary school certificate (Baccalauréat or Maturité) or recognized equivalent
Total Students: 4,180

Degrees

The full range of degrees University of Neuchâtel awards is grouped by level below. Awards typically map to recognised qualifications frameworks, easing credit transfer abroad.

Bachelor's 11 programs

Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Earth Sciences
  • Economics
  • Fine Arts
  • Law
  • Mathematics
  • Medicine
  • Natural Sciences
  • Pharmacy
  • Physics
Master's 28 programs

Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.

  • Applied Mathematics
  • Archaeology
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Biology
  • Cognitive Sciences
  • Commercial Law
  • Communication Studies
  • Computer Science
  • Earth Sciences
  • Economics
  • European Union Law
  • Finance
  • Geological Engineering
  • Geology
  • History
  • Industrial and Organizational Psychology
  • International Business
  • International Law
  • Journalism
  • Law
  • Mathematics
  • Mathematics and Computer Science
  • Museum Studies
  • Psychology
  • Public Law
  • Social Sciences
  • Speech Therapy and Audiology
  • Statistics
Doctoral 15 programs

Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.

  • Accountancy
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Law
  • Management
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences
  • Statistics
  • Thermal Engineering

Faculties & Divisions

Browse University of Neuchâtel's faculties and divisions, along with the subjects they specialise in. Each faculty typically runs its own open days, application support, and student services.

Arts and Humanities (Faculty) 24 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Ancient Civilizations
  • Archaeology
  • Art History
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Cognitive Sciences
  • Communication Studies
  • Education
  • English
  • Ethnology
  • French
  • Geography (Human)
  • Germanic Studies
  • History
  • Information Technology
  • Linguistics
  • Literature
  • Logic
  • Medieval Studies
  • Modern Languages
  • Museum Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Spanish

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Editor
  • Cultural Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Economics and Business (Faculty) 13 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Business Administration
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Human Resources
  • Industrial and Organizational Psychology
  • Information Management
  • Information Technology
  • International Business
  • Journalism
  • Media Studies
  • Statistics

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Law (Faculty) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Administrative Law
  • Commercial Law
  • European Union Law
  • Finance
  • Insurance
  • International Law
  • Law
  • Public Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Science (Faculty) 27 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biology
  • Botany
  • Cell Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Earth Sciences
  • Ecology
  • Entomology
  • Epidemiology
  • Ethnology
  • Geology
  • Immunology
  • Mathematics
  • Medicine
  • Microbiology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Nanotechnology
  • Natural Sciences
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Parasitology
  • Pharmacy
  • Physics
  • Physiology
  • Plant Pathology
  • Soil Science
  • Water Science
  • Zoology

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Theology (Faculty) 9 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Bible
  • Christian Religious Studies
  • Ethics
  • Greek (Classical)
  • Hebrew
  • History of Religion
  • Philosophy
  • Regional Studies
  • Theology

Common Career Paths

  • Religious Educator
  • Pastoral Counsellor
  • Faith Community Leader

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Programs Offered

The full set of programmes University of Neuchâtel offers is searchable and grouped by level below. Some programmes accept rolling applications; others run on annual cycles — check before applying.

Bachelor's Degree

2 programmes

At undergraduate level, University of Neuchâtel offers 2 programmes. These bachelor's degrees typically open both direct employment pathways and routes into postgraduate specialisation.

Bachelor of Law Bachelor en droit Law
Bachelor of Arts in Letters and Humanities Bachelor of Arts en lettres et sciences humaines Humanities & Cultural Studies

Master's Degree

36 programmes

There are 36 programmes to choose from at University of Neuchâtel for graduates, aimed at advanced expertise, a career change, or a stepping stone toward doctoral research.

Master of Arts in Migration and Citizenship Master en Migration et Citoyenneté Social & Cultural Studies
Master in Innovation - Innovation Law and Intellectual Property Master en Innovation, orientation Droit de l'innovation et de la propriété intellectuelle Law
Master in Innovation Master en innovation Law
Master of Law Bilingual Law
Double Master of Law with King's College London Law
Master of Science in Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Master of Science in Applied Economics Economics
Master of Science in General Management Management & Leadership
Master of Science in International Business Development Business & Management
Master of Science in Innovation - Innovation Management Master of Science in Innovation, orientation Innovation Management Business & Management
Master of Arts in Journalism and Communication Master en journalisme et communication Journalism & Media
Master in Innovation - Innovation and Society Master in Innovation, orientation Innovation et Société Humanities & Cultural Studies
Master of Law - Criminal Law and Criminology Master of Law - Droit pénal et criminologie Law
Master of Science in Biology Master of Science in Biologie Biological Sciences
Master of Arts in Letters and Humanities - Dramaturgy and Theatre History Master of Arts en lettres et sciences humaines - Dramaturgie et histoire du théâtre Literature
Master of Arts in Letters and Humanities - Teaching French as a Foreign Language Master of Arts en lettres et sciences humaines - Enseignement du français langue étrangère Linguistics & Language Studies
Master of Arts in Letters and Humanities - Literature Master of Arts en lettres et sciences humaines - Littératures Literature
Master of Arts in Letters and Humanities - Digital Methods and Practices Master of Arts en lettres et sciences humaines - Méthodes et pratiques numériques Humanities & Cultural Studies
Master of Arts in Letters and Humanities - Language Pathology Master of Arts en lettres et sciences humaines - Pathologie du langage Linguistics & Language Studies
Master of Arts in Letters and Humanities - Regional Heritage and Digital Humanities Master of Arts en lettres et sciences humaines - Patrimoine régional et humanités numériques Humanities & Cultural Studies
Master of Arts in Letters and Humanities - Philosophy Master of Arts en lettres et sciences humaines - Philosophie Philosophy & Ethics
Master of Arts in Letters and Humanities - Language and Communication Sciences Master of Arts en lettres et sciences humaines - Sciences du langage et de la communication Communication Studies
Master of Arts in Letters and Humanities - Sport Sciences and Practices Master of Arts en lettres et sciences humaines - Sciences et pratiques du sport Humanities & Cultural Studies
Master of Arts in Cognitive Science Master of Arts or Science in Cognitive Science Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Master of Science in Biodiversity Conservation Master en Conservation de la Biodiversité Biological Sciences
Master of Science in Computer Science Master of Science en Informatique Computer Science & IT
Master of Science in Hydrogeology and Geothermics Master of Science en Hydrogéologie et Géothermie Earth Sciences & Geology
Master of Law Law
Master of Law - Avocature (Legal Practice) Master of Law - Avocature Law
Master of Law - Business and Tax Law Law
Master of Law - Public Policy Master of Law - Politiques publiques Law
Master of Law - International and European Law Master of Law - Droit international et européen International Law
Master of Law - Health and Biotechnology Law Master of Law - Droit de la santé et des biotechnologies Law
Master of Law - Sports Law Master of Law - Droit du sport Law
Master of Law - Labour Law Master of Law - Droit social Law
Master of Law - Intellectual Property Master of Law - Propriété intellectuelle Law

Doctorate

13 programmes

University of Neuchâtel's 13 programmes at this tier lead to a doctorate, the credential expected for academic, senior research, and many specialist professional roles.

Doctorate in Social Work Social Sciences & Education
Doctorate in Law Law
Doctorate in Criminology Law
Doctorate in Life Sciences Biological Sciences
Doctorate in Water-Earth Systems Earth Sciences & Geology
Doctorate in Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Doctorate in Economic Science Economics
Doctorate in Management Management & Leadership
Doctorate in Statistics Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Doctorate in Financial Accounting Finance, Banking & Insurance
Doctorate in Journalism and Communication Journalism & Media
Doctorate in Information Systems Computer Science & IT
Doctorate in Computer Science Computer Science & IT

How to apply to University of Neuchâtel

Application guidance for University of Neuchâtel, structured as five practical steps with attention to documents and admissions communication.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Use the programme finder to browse University of Neuchâtel's 51 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Programme-level requirements at University of Neuchâtel typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    University of Neuchâtel processes applications through www.unine.ch. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at 41 32 718 10 00. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about University of Neuchâtel

Common questions students ask about University of Neuchâtel — answers pulled straight from the institution's published profile.

Where is University of Neuchâtel located?

University of Neuchâtel is located in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.

What is University of Neuchâtel's control type?

University of Neuchâtel operates as a public institution.

What is the student enrolment at University of Neuchâtel?

Student enrolment at University of Neuchâtel is around 4,180.

How is University of Neuchâtel ranked?

University of Neuchâtel is ranked #1920 globally and #14 in Switzerland.

What qualification levels does University of Neuchâtel offer?

University of Neuchâtel delivers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.

Where can I learn more about University of Neuchâtel?

You can find University of Neuchâtel online at www.unine.ch.

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