Doctorate at UniDistance Suisse – PhD Programmes in Switzerland

Since 1 August 2025, the date of entry into force of the general doctoral regulations, UniDistance Suisse has obtained the right to award doctoral degrees.

Our doctoral candidates benefit from personalised supervision on our Brig Campus, active integration into the Swiss and international scientific community, and access to a dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment.

UniDistance Suisse is a full member of the European University Association Council for Doctoral Education (EUA-CDE) as well as of the PRIDE network (Professionals in Doctoral Education), thereby strengthening its integration into the European higher education and research landscape. It collaborates with the Conférence Universitaire de Suisse Occidentale (CUSO) as well as with several doctoral training networks, offering a broad spectrum of training opportunities to its students.

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Why Complete Your PhD at UniDistance Suisse?

UniDistance Suisse offers PhDs in all five faculties, enabling candidates to pursue doctoral training in a broad range of fields.
Modern campus in a central location surrounded by the Valais Alps.
Lively research environment, offering regular activities within the research groups, laboratories, and faculty.
Strong research culture supported by experienced supervisors involved in national and international projects.
Interdisciplinary exchange through seminars, colloquia and cross-faculty scientific events.
Possibility to carry out a PhD in part-time.

Application Process for a PhD at UniDistance Suisse

You can propose a research project even if no specific programme is currently open. Explore our research groups to discover where your scientific interests can flourish.

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To apply for a PhD at UniDistance Suisse, please follow the procedure below:

Reach out to a professor for your doctoral project.
Complete the online registration, providing your personal details, qualifications, your supervisor's name, and a brief outline of your planned dissertation topic.
Your application is evaluated by the faculty of interest.
Student Services informs you of the outcome.
If admitted, your enrolment is finalised and you begin your doctoral studies.

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General doctoral regulations & implementing provisions per faculty

Graduate Campus

The Graduate Campus supports doctoral candidates throughout their journey, offering supplementary training, workshops, networking opportunities, and access to state-of-the-art academic resources. It provides personalised supervision and a vibrant academic life.

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