
BSc Electrical and Information Technology
Smart responses to the challenges of our time.
Key data
- Degree
- Bachelor of Science FHNW in Electrical and Information Technology
- ECTS points
- 180
- Teaching language
- German / English
- Place
- Brugg-Windisch
- Semester fee
- Swiss residency: 700 CHF / EU/EFTA residency: 1000 CHF
There are hardly any areas of life that are not affected by electrical products – be it smartphones, smart homes (the housing of the future) or smart grids (intelligent electricity networks).
The broad spectrum of occupations in the professional world is reflected in the degree programme on offer, which you can complete on a part-time basis while working or on a full-time basis. We value well-founded basic knowledge complemented by laboratory experiments. At the same time, we work in a team on interdisciplinary, practice-oriented student projects that cover the entire field from microelectronics (e.g. configurable, digital effects units for guitarists who play electric guitars) through to electrical engineering (e.g. energy production using kites).
The degree programme does not only target electronic engineers and electricians – at the start of the programme, a variety of educational backgrounds are taken into consideration.
A mix of theory and practice

Studying at the FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland is an exciting challenge that involves an interesting mix of theory and practice.
Degree
Specialisations
In your last year of study, you can choose a major. These specialisations focus on the latest research and offer the ideal basis for starting a career or a master's degree that builds on the respective student's undergraduate degree.
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Electric Power Systems and Drives
Electric power systems, electric drives, and power electronics are key elements of electrical energy supply and mobility. Engineers are sought after and required to meet the challenges of the energy and mobility revolution with new, innovative and efficient solutions.
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Embedded Systems Design
Fail-safe, robust and energy-saving - these are the requirements for the next generation of IoT devices that are essential for all aspects of life today.
Additional matters
- Organisational information (Acceptance criteria, preparation for the degree, contact, registration, ...)
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Everything you need to know about the degree