Master of Science in Engineering (MSE)

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The Master of Science in Engineering is the highest degree conferable by a university of applied sciences in Switzerland in the fields of engineering, information technology, construction and design.

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  • Degree awarded

    Master of Science SUPSI in Engineering

  • Credits

    90.0 ECTS

  • Study modes

    Full Time (TP), from 2 years
    Extra-occupational studies (PAP), from 2,5 years

  • Applications

    November 20th, 2023 - May 31st, 2024
    November 20th, 2023 - May 31st, 2024

  • Start date

    September 2024

  • Language

    English

  • Semester fee

    From CHF 800.-

  • Location

    Lugano-Viganello, Campus Est

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The Master of Science in Engineering is delivered by SUPSI in a network with other Swiss universities of applied sciences:
The Master's program includes 15 specialization profiles, 11 of which are provided by SUPSI in the fields of Engineering and IT and Construction and Planning.

Includes 10 specialization profiles delivered by the Department of Innovative Technologies and the opportunity to enroll in the EIT Manufacturing Double Degree offered by SUPSI as the only Swiss partner in collaboration with a network of leading universities in Europe.

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Includes 1 specialization profile delivered by the Department of Environment, Construction and Design (DACD).

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The SUPSI Master of Science in Engineering trains a highly qualified professional figure with solid skills in their field of specialisation. 

The direct relationship that is created between students and companies in the area during the study programme favours entry into the world of work.
Educational perspectives

The Master of Science in Engineering is the highest degree conferred by a university of applied sciences in Switzerland in the fields of engineering and IT.

MSE graduates can continue their education with a PhD at Swiss or international universities and polytechnics, as well as through continuing education courses:
  • Master of Advanced Studies (MAS)
  • Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS)
  • Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS)
Educational perspectives

MSE graduates can assume positions of responsibility in their areas of specialisation and take on interdisciplinary projects.
  
They can find employment in various professional fields, including:
•    productive companies;
•    service companies;
•    logistics;
•    advice;
•    research and development.

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The study cycle proivides for the acquisition of 90 credits and is structured in a modular manner.

Theoretical modules

30 ECTS

Modules of 3 credits each divided into three areas:
  • 3 FTP modules (fundamental theoretical principles)
  • 4 TSM modules (technical and scientific skills specific to the chosen profile)
  • 2 CM modules (context modules)
  • 1 module of your choice from FTP, TSM and CM

Specialization modules

30 ECTS

Modules that vary according to the specialization profile.This part of the curriculum allows for an in-depth study of specific topics and an approach to the world of practice by working on individual projects, group projects or by attending seminars and Summer Schools.
 

Thesis

30 ECTS

Enables the skills acquired during the course of study to be put into practice and further developed.
 The work undertaken must meet high methodological, conceptual and scientific requirements. The thesis takes the form of a project assigned by a company, organisation or a research assignment awarded within the university of applied sciences.

  • Cooperation with other Swiss USA

    The Master of Science in Engineering is delivered in collaboration with all Swiss universities of applied sciences (UAS). Students have the opportunity to attend classes in Lugano, but also at other locations, depending on their preference.

  • Individualisation of the study programme

    The MSE is characterised by a broad freedom of choice. Each student is assigned an Advisor, a senior profile in their chosen specialisation, who provides support throughout their studies and for the drafting of the Individual Study Agreement (ISA).

  • Practice orientation

    Opportunity to carry out semester and diploma projects in collaboration with local companies and institutions, or at the Department's research institutes, in order to confront actual issues and gain insight into the industrial world.

  • Language

    The modules are offered in English.

The Master of Science in Engineering provides for 90 ECTS(European Credit Transfer System).
 
ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) is the European system for the recognition, transfer and accumulation of educational credits. One ECTS credit corresponds to a student workload of approximately 30 hours. One academic year usually corresponds to 60 ECTS credits (1800 working hours).

The course lasts for 3-4 semesters.

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It is aimed at those who wish to keep their job at a reduced rate and at the same time obtain a master's degree. It is also possible to work as an assistant at a research institute in the Department of Innovative Technologies by applying to a public call for applications.

The course lasts for 5-6 semesters.

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SUPSI Course Responsibles

Donatella Corti

Professoressa in sistemi di gestione della qualità / Co-Responsabile Master of Science in Engineering / Laboratorio Sistemi di produzione sostenibili SPS (ISTePS) - Dipartimento tecnologie innovative

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Registration for the academic year 2023-2024 opens on 21st November 2023.

The application for admission is submitted exclusively by following the online procedure available on the SUPSI Student Portal.
 
Master of Science in Engineering students are generally admitted if they: 
  • hold a Bachelor's degree of at least 180 ECTS, the subject of which is related to their chosen profile with an average grade in the top 35% of their class (average above 5.0 or grade 'B' according to the Bologna scale);
  • have passed a qualifying examination (interview) with the admission committee for the Master's degree.
  
Those who do not meet the requirements may be admitted after further evaluation by the Master's Committee.

It is also possible to enrol in the Master's programme if in possession of an equivalent qualification. SUPSI will assess the suitability of the candidate on an individual basis. 

 For further information, please consult the page of the chosen specialisation profile.

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To apply for admission, you must:
  • pay the administrative fee of CHF 200 (this amount is neither refundable nor deductible from the six-monthly fee);
  • provide a certificate of attendance from your school of origin. 

 
Once the procedure has been completed, the student receives an automatic confirmation of successful application. 

Outcome of the application

All applications for admission are assessed by SUPSI. 
 
In the event of a positive response, the student receives an e-mail with instructions on how to confirm the application. 
 
In the event of non-admission, the applicant will be contacted individually by the DTI Secretariat. 

Confirmation of entry
Students wishing to proceed with confirmation of enrolment are required to print, sign and send the following documents in original to SUPSI Management:
  • ASUP;
  • confirmation of entry;
  • diploma (if available).

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To submit an application for admission through the SUPSI Student Portal, you must have a Switch edu-ID account. 

Access to the Switch edu-ID system

To submit your application for admission, you must have a Switch edu-ID account. If you already have one you can log into the SUPSI Student Portal with your credentials, otherwise follow the procedure described below.

Create your Switch edu-ID account (if you do not already have one)

Access the following link: https://eduid.ch/

To create the account you need to enter:
  • first and last name;
  • address;
  • email (do not use email addresses granted by other schools and active for a limited time);
  • password.

 
After agreeing to the terms and conditions, a user account is created and a link sent to the given email address.

To activate the account, you must click on the link in the email and log in to Switch edu-ID for the first time. Once the account is active, you will be able to access the SUPSI Student Portal to submit your application for admission.

For more information on creating the Switch edu-ID account click on the following link.

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Application fee
A fee of CHF 200 is required with the submission of the application for admission. The fee is not refundable or deductible from the semester fee.

After May 31, 2023, it is possible to enroll subject to available places and by paying a fee of CHF 300.-. SUPSI reserves the right to close enrollment if the maximum number of scheduled available places is reached.
 
Administrative costs

CHF 150 .– per semester

Semester fee
  • 800 CHF .- Swiss nationality or civil and tax domicile in Switzerland or Liechtenstein
  • 1600 CHF .- other nationality 
     
Specific agreements apply for those residing in Campione d'Italia.
 
Scholarship

Various public and private institutions offer support to students in need. More information.

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Frequently asked questions

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Official documents pertaining to SUPSI Regulations and Application Directives can be accessed in this section.

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Department of Innovative Technologies

Bachelor and Master Secretariat

East Campus USI-SUPSI
Via la Santa 1
CH-6962 Lugano-Viganello

T +41 (0)58 666 65 11

dti@supsi.ch