Inclusive education for refugees
Registration window for the start of the fall semester 2026/27 open: November, 1st 2025 – May, 15th 2026
Shaping the future together: Welcome to Project Integral
With the pre-study programme Integral, we support refugees who do not yet meet the admission requirements on their way to higher education. We offer insights into studying, promote German language skills and offer valuable practical experience to help realizing academic and professional goals! We strive to create an enriching and inclusive learning environment where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and make a positive contribution to society. The pre-study programme Integral is inspired by various student projects and cooperates with the Access HGK association for this pre-study programme.
Could this offer be for you?
The pre-study programme Integral HGK Basel is made for refugees, who would like to study art or design. Our offer serves to support participants in optimizing career prospects and turn academic ambitions into reality.
What are the requirements for participation?
The following requirements apply for participation in Integral HGK Basel:
- Matura (or equivalent that entitles the holder to study in their home country) or an already started studies in art or design
- Minimal German language skills at level A2
- Residence permit F, S, B, C (N may be considered in exceptional cases)
- Place of residence in the cantons sponsoring the FHNW (BS, BL,AG, SO - exceptions can be checked with the respective canton)
- Secured funding or cost approval by the canton / municipal social service office responsible for the case (if costs are covered)1
Praticipation fee
CHF 12'200 (or CHF 10'000 with early bird discount for registrations before February 28, 2026)
Applications are only possible via the online portal.
Please contact integral.hgk@fhnw.ch for any questions.
1) If you live in the canton of Aargau and belong to the IAS target group (recognized and provisionally admitted refugees > B and F permits; provisionally admitted persons > F permit; persons with S protection status > S permit), please contact the agency handling your case regarding cost coverage. This is:
- The Case Management Support Integration (CMSI) unit of the Cantonal Social Services for individuals living in cantonal housing.
- The social services office responsible for the municipality of residence for all other individuals.
The Office for Migration and Integration of the Canton of Aargau will review your request to determine whether a cost coverage approval can be issued under the Swiss Integration Agenda/Program S.
Funding
Integral HGK Basel is part of the higher education development project Integral Plus FHNW and funded by:
