Bachelor in Life Sciences Chemie

The Bachelor in Life Sciences – Chemie (Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences, Studienrichtung Chemie) is a chemistry-focused degree within Life Sciences at the University of Applied Sciences Solothurn Northwestern Switzerland. You study how substances are built and how they react, and you learn to apply this knowledge to solutions for people and the environment.

The program combines theory and practice from the first semester. It uses in-person learning with modern equipped laboratories and small classes for intensive support. The structure includes modules in analytical, organic, and physical chemistry, research and industry projects often in teams, and a practical placement semester for a direct look at daily work.

After the degree, you can analyse chemical and biological compounds, plan and carry out experiments in research and operations, develop new processes for new and sustainable substances, and work according to safe and standards-based handling of chemicals and equipment. Career directions named include pharmaceutical development and production, analytical or materials science laboratories, quality assurance and process monitoring, research institutions or universities, and technical services and authorities.

• Development and production of pharmaceuticals and active ingredients
• Analytical or materials science laboratories
• Quality assurance and process monitoring
• Research institutions or universities
• Technical services and authorities
• Pharma and food industry
• Cosmetics industry
• Environmental and materials technology
• Public institutions and laboratory service providers