Program Overview

University Programs

The University of Basel has been making science accessible to a broad audience since October 1919. This initiative led to the establishment of the Volkshochschule beider Basel, which is now supported by a foundation.

Volkshochschule beider Basel

The Volkshochschule beider Basel offers a diverse, modern, and affordable program for individuals aged 16 and above. The program is designed to be lively and informative, providing a sense of purpose and experience. It aims to educate and make connections tangible, reflecting the challenges of the 21st century. With its roots in the University of Basel, the Volkshochschule beider Basel has been guaranteeing demanding educational content for over 90 years, presented in a competent and easily understandable manner.

SeniorenUni

The SeniorenUni is a joint initiative between the University of Basel and the Volkshochschule beider Basel. Its events cover topics from various fields of knowledge that are of particular relevance today. The lecturers are generally members of the University of Basel's teaching staff. The Senioren-Universit‰t is open to individuals who have reached the age of 58 or are retired, as well as their partners.

SamstagsUni

The SamstagsUni is another joint offering of the University of Basel and the Volkshochschule beider Basel. University lecturers and experts share their knowledge and experiences. The SamstagsUni takes place at various locations in the Basel region and is open to all interested individuals.

• Program details:
  • Volkshochschule beider Basel: offers a diverse program for individuals aged 16 and above
  • SeniorenUni: open to individuals aged 58 and above or retired, as well as their partners
  • SamstagsUni: open to all interested individuals
• Requirements:
  • Age restrictions apply for SeniorenUni (58 years and above or retired)
• Research areas:
  • Various fields of knowledge, including those relevant to the 21st century
• Tuition fees:
  • Not specified
• Admission criteria:
  • Not specified
• Other details:
  • The programs are designed to be lively and informative, providing a sense of purpose and experience
  • The University of Basel guarantees demanding educational content, presented in a competent and easily understandable manner