INTERNATIONAL MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES WELCOME TO THE LUCERNE UNIVERSITY ABOUT THE LUCERNE UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES AND ARTS OF APPLIED SCIENCES AND ARTS

The Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts is committed to The Lucerne University of Applied Scienc- providing high quality education and research services in central Switzer- es and Arts offers academic and practice- land through its schools of Engineering and Architecture, Business, based learning programmes to help Information Technology, Social Work, Art and Design, and Music. These students reach their career goals. It also features state-of-the-art facilities schools prepare students for a professional career by helping them and a comfortable learning environment gain the expertise they will need for succeeding in an environment in a beautiful city. where innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship are rapidly gaining importance. It also uses a strong, practice-based and interdisciplinary Our students benefit from a personal learning The Lucerne University of Applied Sciences approach that enables them to meet the challenges of the twenty environment – in the form of seminars, and Arts is affiliated with the University of first century. Although it is firmly anchored in the region, the university ­tutorials, or longer-term projects – where Lucerne and the University of Teacher they have direct contact with experts and Education Lucerne (UTE) as a way of continues to develop its strong international network, not only for the ­receive immediate feedback on their work. providing a truly interdisciplinary learning benefit of students and lecturers but also by serving the interests of the This enables teaching staff to develop environment. Its programmes cover a wide business community and society. I hope that you, too, will soon join our applied tasks and increase our students’ range of cultural, economic, technical, legal, community. ­motivation and confidence. With the political and ethical subjects. direct support of experienced lecturers, our Learn more about our university and its master’s programmes in this ­students ­can be sure to get the help they The Lucerne University of Applied Sciences need to succeed in their studies. brochure. and Arts was the first university of its kind in Switzerland and Germany to receive the I look forward to welcoming you soon to the Lucerne University of Students gain initial practical experience Recognised for Excellence 5 Star award. Applied Sciences and Arts. during their studies through integrated modules that include study trips (e.g. the While the university is located in Lucerne, International Campus Experience programme) a small city in the middle of German-­ and applied studies in collaboration with speaking Switzerland, many of its academic industry partners. programmes have a strong international orientation.

Markus Hodel President Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Lucerne School of Business Master’s Degrees – learn new analytical Major in Online Business and Marketing

The Lucerne School of Business is the and conceptual skills The internet has changed the way we interact pre-eminent centre of excellence for higher The master’s programmes are organised as with businesses. With consumers always education in Management and Business in work-study programmes during which the stu- online, new business models and marketing Central Switzerland. Its teaching, research dent holds a part-time position (up to 50%) strategies have emerged. As a result, compa- and advisory services are an important factor in a field corresponding to the respective pro- nies are actively seeking qualified specialists in the development of a knowledge-based gramme, or in an organisation with a strong able to plan, manage and implement business regional economy. The Lucerne School of international orientation. on the web. The MScBA in Online Business Business networks with other university-level and Marketing teaches the skills required for institutions in Switzerland and abroad. The perfect basis for your career this, enabling graduates to successfully put You want to learn management and business their ideas into practice. Contact skills in a digital world by experiencing real-life Lucerne School of Business Contact Zentralstrasse 9, P.O. Box 2940 business situations? That is exactly what the Douglas MacKevett CH-6002 Luzern, Switzerland Master of Science in Business Administra- Co-Head of Major in Online Business and Marketing T +41 41 228 41 30 tion (MScBA) has been designed to offer: a [email protected] [email protected] www.hslu.ch/master-business practically oriented, research-based education in management for the decision-makers of Major in Tourism “My master’s degree has given me up-to-date tomorrow. The Major in Tourism is a combination of knowledge about the tourism sector which research-based education complimented by I found useful on a daily basis at my work. What I found really valuable are the skills I Major in Business Development and case-based learning from the global tourism acquired through learning how to work effi- Promotion industry. This includes aspects of general tour- This master’s degree aims to develop the ism management, combined with possibilities ciently in groups with my colleagues, as well skills and provide the knowledge for graduates to participate in a professional internship as the work on various case studies and com- who want to run their own business in the programme, various international study tours, pany site visits which have helped me better future. It can also constitute a stepping stone exchange options and dual-degree possibili- develop my analytical and problem-solving into companies that have a strong need for ties. As graduates acquire multiple manage- skills.” Dominik Georgi Elena Cholakova, Major in Tourism Graduate Head of Master’s Programmes talented young managers. Such firms attach ment and research skills at an international increasing importance to a student’s ability level, this facilitates employment in a variety currently working at the Regional Programme for to apply their knowledge to the start-up and of professions in the private or public sectors the Americas at the United Nations World Tourism strategic development of a business. in services management, and specifically in Organization tourism. Contact Gordon Millar Contact Co-Head of Major in Business Development Julianna Priskin and Promotion Head of Major in Tourism [email protected] [email protected] MASTER OF SCIENCE PROGRAMMES IN BANKING AND FINANCE, INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, AND REAL ESTATE

Master of Science in Banking and Master of Science in International Finan-

Finance cial Management

This programme provides students with sub- This programme prepares its graduates for stantial knowledge of banking and finance an excellent international career in Financial and offers excellent career opportunities Management. Students become familiar with in a bank or the finance department of a the relevant skills and concepts necessary company. The programme has one of the to excel in all the areas of responsibility of a most up-to-date curriculums in Switzerland. CFO with a global mindset. The curriculum

It covers both traditional finance subjects, as is flexible, offering full-time or part-time well as innovative topics such as blockchain, scheduling over three, four or six semesters. crowd-finance, data analytics, FinTech and We offer three majors in Accounting, Corpo- more. Our students study in a stimulating rate Finance, and Performance Management. environment at a university with close ties to Students also have the possibility to obtain the financial hub in Zurich and the innovative a second master’s degree from one of our

“crypto valley” in Zug. partner universities.

Contact Contact Simon Amrein “The systematic integration of research-based Imke Keimer “Thanks to our well connected top lecturers, Head of MSc Banking and Finance know-how and practice-oriented topics helps Co-Head of MSc International Financial Management our start-up gained its first investor.” [email protected] [email protected] me to understand complex situations better Phil Lojacono, Founder and CEO Advanon and to meet challenges more efficiently.” Stefan Hunziker Co-Head of MSc International Financial Management Pascal Schuler, Credit Suisse (Schweiz AG) Head [email protected] Direct Investments & Financial Products, Swiss Universal Bank Master of Science in Real Estate This programme is the leading real estate programme in Switzerland and qualifies students as future leaders in the real estate industry. The programme covers all areas of strategic real-estate asset management, (in- ternational) investment and finance, as well as real-estate development. In addition, stu- dents take part in four study-weeks abroad, can select several electives to deepen their Contact knowledge, and may take part in a dual-de- Michael Trübestein Head of MSc Real Estate gree programme in Hong Kong. [email protected]

MASTER MASTER OF ARTS IN ARCHITECTURE (MAA)

The five-year degree program for Architects – In-depth Study our built environment and help to shape it consists of two parts. During the three-year – Focus Lectures according to the needs of modern society. bachelor’s program, you will acquire the skills – Basic Lectures Graduates are favoured by a wide range of and knowledge required in the profession, – Keynote Lectures architectural offices. while the consecutive two-year master’s – Study Trip Their career very often leads them to a posi- program focuses on conveying methodo- – Thesis Project tion with social, financial and architectural logical skills. You will apply your skills and After selecting a supervisor from among responsibility and influence. knowledge in complex design assignments. the faculty of your degree program, you will

By studying in-depth the key issues of your independently work on a complex project. Contact Lucerne School of Engineering and Architecture discipline, you will develop and strengthen The project work is complemented by pre­ Technikumstrasse 21 your individual position. sentations, discussions and reviews. CH-6048 Horw/Luzern, Switzerland

– Thesis Book T +41 41 349 32 07 [email protected] Our programme The thesis book includes the thesis project

The master’s program focuses on design and task as well as its architectural realization, writing practice – after completing it you will supporting you in developing an architec- be highly proficient in both. The program is tural position. “Study in the school of architecture in Lucerne divided into three design modules: Architec- UASA is a joyful experience, because we are ture and Energy, Architecture and Materi- Courses / Learning goals in a relative small group so every student can al, and Architecture and Structure. These You will acquire the following skills: get a close contact with professors. All the modules are internationally oriented, yet – To think and work within the different professors and tutors are really responsible reflective of a regional architectural context. scales applied to architecture. and friendly to students no matter where you Research topics are worked on in an inter- – To combine artistic innovation with scien- Johannes Käferstein are from. Besides, curriculum arrangement is disciplinary setting. tific work. Head of MA in Architecture [email protected] satisfying, it both broad my horizon and help The programme consists of following – To research and act in a reflective manner me go deeper into the questions.” modules: and to write about your work. – To develop and champion your own position. Learn more Yue Zhang www.hslu.ch, www.master-architektur.ch – Project Work www.instagram.com/hslu.master.architecture You will apply your skills and knowledge Career perspectives in complex design assignments. The focus With a Master of Arts in Architecture, you project emerges in close collaboration will have a profound knowledge to develop between the institutes within the fields and lead complex architectural projects. In of Building and Construction. Your work is addition, your individual position within the complemented by regular round-table talks, wide field of the discipline allows you to take group and expert discussions and reviews. responsible part in today’s discussion about MASTER MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING (MSE)

The Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) Further, extended support is offered to Contact provides an excellent combination of project students which want to study abroad for one Lucerne School of Engineering and Architecture Technikumstrasse 21 work and advanced theoretical know-how. semester or which like to write a specialisation CH-6048 Horw/Luzern, Switzerland The close tie to industry and applied research project at another research institute. T +41 41 349 32 07 on the highest-level guarantees a rapidly devel- [email protected] oping career. Courses / Learning goals

The MSE has three main parts: the theoretical

Our programme basics, the project modules and the master

The MSE is a 90 ECTS graduate program that thesis. offers six options for specialisation: It is recommended to first gather knowledge

– Business Engineering and Production in the courses that can be applied in the sub-

– Civil Engineering and Building Technology sequent project work. The topics of each work

– Energy and Environment can build on one another. Both project works

– Industrial Technologies incl. Medical Engi- as well as the master thesis may be written in Jörg Worlitschek neering cooperation with an industrial partner while Head of MSc in Engineering

– Information and Communication Technol- being coached by a lecturer of the Lucerne [email protected]

ogies (offered at the school of Engineering UASA. “The MSE lets you tailor your curriculum to and Architecture and the school of Informa- The students can decide together with their Learn more your needs. Especially the variety of tion Technology) advisor which courses they will take. Therefore, www.hslu.ch/mse interesting research topics for the project the MSE provides a maximum of flexibility. http://blog.hslu.ch/mse modules makes it a unique program.” The program has a unique focus on applied Thanks to the cooperation with the other Uni- www.instagram.com/hslu_mse/ Raphael Agner, MSE Graduate currently working as project works, combined with a wide selection versities of Applied Sciences in Switzerland, the Research Associate in the Competence Centre of theoretical courses. Students are free to selection comprises over 100 courses. Thermal Energy Systems and Process Engineering choose between a full-time and a part-time model. The later gives the opportunity to have Career perspectives an employment of up to 50%. Students are Project leader, product manager or leader of free to start in fall or spring semester. a research group are typical positions of MSE A so-called “Advisor” coaches the student graduates. These positions are mostly offered throughout the entire degree programme in (inter-) national companies. Students have with regard to professional and organizational the competences to start their own company topics. Typically, those advisors are lecturers or head in the direction of applied research at at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences a university as well. and Arts (Lucerne UASA) with experience in research. The focal research areas are listed on the web. THIS IS HOW OUR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS SEE SWITZERLAND

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