Education

EDUCATION – Dive into the heart of knowledge in Fribourg.

The canton of Fribourg, with its dynamic education and innovative spirit, is a training hub where students, teachers and experts from a wide range of backgrounds come together. With renowned institutions, specialized training centers and a wide range of curricula adapted to all ages, it prepares the talents of tomorrow, both locally and internationally.

Situated in the heart of a bilingual canton, the University of Fribourg and the HES-SO Fribourg – comprising schools of management, engineering and architecture, social work, and health – offer education in both French and German. Together, they drive research that responds to the evolving needs of society. The more than 12,000 students at Fribourg’s universities and universities of applied sciences shape the life of the city like nowhere else in Switzerland – a student city “par excellence”.

Flagship events, such as apprenticeship fairs and career forums, punctuate the year and attract large audiences, illustrating the richness and diversity of Fribourg’s educational landscape.

Join Fribourg’s educational excellence:

Discover innovative learning paths at our schools and institutions.
Fribourg is a city on a human scale, with campuses ideally centered and close to everything.
A family atmosphere, where students often have direct access to their teachers. As a result, they benefit from personalized support.
The city is well connected to the economic and academic centers of Switzerland and Europe.

Take part in events dedicated to career guidance and development.

Support the trainers and experts who pass on their knowledge to future generations.

Immerse yourself in a dynamic, forward-looking educational environment.
Fribourg awaits you: immerse yourself in a dynamic, bilingual and forward-looking educational environment, and shape your future with exceptional training!

Higher education

The canton of Fribourg is home to renowned institutions such as the University of Fribourg and the HES-SO Fribourg, offering quality education in a wide range of fields. With HES-SO Fribourg laboratories, bilingual curricula, international programs and a strong connection to the professional world, Fribourg’s higher education prepares students for rewarding careers in Switzerland and abroad.

Research and innovation

The canton is committed to innovation, thanks to its cutting-edge research centers and scientific and technological clusters. The Adolphe Merkle Institute, the laboratories of the University of Fribourg and those of the School of Engineering and Architecture and its ten research institutes and four competence centers develop solutions in a variety of fields, such as intelligent materials, environmental sciences and artificial intelligence, and foster the creation of local start-ups. In the social sciences, the various research projects carried out produce constantly updated knowledge that is put at the service of citizens and helps to guide political decisions for the benefit of social cohesion.

This synergy between education and innovation positions Fribourg as a key player in the Swiss and global scientific landscape.

Training the best professional talent

Faced with the challenges of a globalized, interconnected world, the University and HES-SO Fribourg rely on the diversity of their disciplines. Their close ties with the worlds of business, politics, industry and health enable them to develop innovative, sustainable and pragmatic solutions, based on partnerships and research results. Graduates from Fribourg are sought-after specialists: they manage companies, develop innovative solutions to today’s technological and societal challenges, work in renowned laboratories and companies, run social services and integration projects, and are involved in cantonal, national and international politics.

Fribourg stands out for its dual education system, which combines school-based teaching with on-the-job apprenticeships. Vocational centers such as the CIFP and specialized schools offer courses tailored to the needs of the job market. Thanks to this approach, young people acquire practical skills while benefiting from a solid academic framework.

Guidance and development

Supporting students and professionals in their career choices is a priority for Fribourg. Structures such as Fribourg Orientation and various career forums offer advice and support to help everyone find their way. Whether it’s a first educational course, retraining or continuing education, the canton offers an environment conducive to learning and professional development.

Continuing education

Lifelong learning is all the more important as the knowledge acquired is quickly outdated. People who take part in continuing education courses at a tertiary institution update their knowledge and skills, acquire new methods and thus open up to other professional fields and new career opportunities. Thanks to a modern infrastructure located just a few minutes’ walk from Fribourg railway station, participants benefit from ideal conditions for a successful apprenticeship. As a “Europe in miniature” in the heart of Switzerland, Fribourg is also remarkably well connected, and not only offers attractive value for money for the continuing education itself, but also moderate ancillary costs in this small, historic town.

Exchanging with us

The opportunities for exchange with Fribourg’s universities are many and varied. For professionals in the field, these include scientific and professional partnerships, knowledge and technology transfer between schools and industry, continuing education, debates and scientific events. For the general public, the universities regularly organize fun activities such as open houses and exhibitions, language courses and continuing education courses.

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