University of Fribourg

The University of Fribourg is a place where learning, research, employment and events all happen at the same time. Its innovative force makes it an important mover in the commercial and cultural life of the region. Since it attracts students and researchers from every part of Switzerland and from all over the world it has shaped life in the bilingual city of Fribourg since it was founded in 1889.

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CHEMISTRY

New antimicrobial coatings for bacteria-free surfaces

Preventing the transmission of microbial infections is a global challenge, particularly in settings where bacteria can be easily transmitted through contact with contaminated surfaces. A nationwide research…

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ISLAM AND SOCIETY

Teaching Islam in schools promotes tolerance

The growing religious diversity in Switzerland poses new challenges for schools as well. With this in mind, experts from the Universities of Fribourg and Lucerne have investigated various school teaching…

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CANCER

A Better Model for Understanding Ovarian Cancer

Unfortunately ovarian and peritoneal cancers are often diagnosed at a stage that is already quite advanced. This greatly reduces the chances of survival for patients battling such cancers. To tackle this…

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Course offerings 2022-2023

Late application

Autumn semester 2023

The late application for the autumn semester 2023 is open until 31 August 2023.

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Three good reasons to study in Fribourg

Personal. Multilingual. Central.

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