University of Neuchâtel facts for kids
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Université de Neuchâtel
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| Type | Public |
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| Established | 1838 |
| Budget | CHF 140.97 million |
| Rector | Kilian Stoffel |
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Administrative staff
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1103 |
| Students | 4,508 |
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| Address |
Avenue du 1er-Mars 26, CH - 2000, Neuchâtel
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46°59′37″N 6°56′19″E / 46.99373°N 6.938547°E |
| Affiliations | BENEFRI, Triangle Azur, CRUS, CUSO, and AUF. |
The University of Neuchâtel (often called UniNE) is a public university in Neuchâtel, Switzerland. It is a French-speaking school that focuses on research. The university has four main schools, called faculties, and many different institutes. These include studies in arts, human sciences, natural sciences, law, and economics. The Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences is the largest, with about 2,000 students.
The university has a yearly budget of about 144 million Swiss francs. It also gets around 40 million Swiss francs each year for research projects. About 4,000 students attend UniNE, including 600 students working on their PhDs. Each year, the university gives out over 600 degrees and certificates. More than 1,100 people work at the university.
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History of UniNE
The University of Neuchâtel started from an older school called the Academy. This Academy was created in 1838 by King Frederick William IV of Prussia. At that time, he was also the Prince of Neuchâtel. The Academy offered degrees in arts and sciences.
In 1848, the Academy was closed for a short time. A new "academy" was set up in 1866. This new school was finally renamed the University of Neuchâtel in 1909. The university is located in the French-speaking part of Switzerland.
Before 2005, the university followed a similar education system to France. Now, it uses the Bologna Process. This system has three main levels of university degrees: bachelor's, master's, and doctorate.
What You Can Study at UniNE
The University of Neuchâtel offers classes in both French and English. You can study for different degrees, like a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree.
Some of the subjects you can study include:
- Finance
- Computer science
- Law
- Economics
- Sciences and sports
- Journalism
- Mathematics
The university also works with other schools to offer special programs. For example, it partners with De Montfort University in England and SDA Bocconi School of Management in Italy. Together, they offer a FIFA Master program. This program focuses on the management, law, and human side of sports.
University Faculties (Schools)
The University of Neuchâtel has four main faculties, which are like different schools within the university.
Faculty of Humanities
This is the largest faculty, with about 2,000 students. Here, you can study many interesting subjects, such as:
- Ancient and Middle Age languages and cultures
- Archeology (studying old things)
- Art History
- English and French languages and literature
- Philosophy
- Museology (how museums work)
The faculty also has a special center for understanding social processes. This center helps different study areas like anthropology, geography, psychology, and sociology work together on research.
Faculty of Science
The Faculty of Science has around 900 students. This faculty is involved in many research areas, including:
- Biology (the study of living things)
- Biogeosciences (how living things and the Earth interact)
- Hydrogeology (the study of water underground)
- Geothermal Science (using heat from the Earth)
- Information Technology (IT)
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Physics
This faculty is also a leader in Switzerland for research on how plants survive.
Faculty of Law
This faculty has about 560 students. It offers different specializations for master's degrees, such as:
- Business Law
- International and European Law
- Public Law
- Health and Biotechnology Law
- Sports Law
- Judiciary Professions (jobs in the legal system)
It also has an international master's degree program with SDA Bocconi University and De Montfort University, working with FIFA. This faculty includes institutes like the Institute of Health Law and the International Sport Science Center.
Faculty of Economics
The Faculty of Economics has around 700 students. It offers master's degree programs in many areas, including:
- Financial Analysis
- International Business Development
- Public Economics (how governments manage money)
- Public Policies and Management
- Psychology of Work and Organizations
- Statistics
- Information Systems
A unique program here is the Academy of Journalism and Media. This master's program was created with media professionals. It focuses on the new needs of businesses in the media world. The bachelor's degree in economics from this faculty has been rated as one of the best in Switzerland.
Institut de langue et civilisation françaises
The Institute of French Language and Civilization (ILCF) is a special center at the University of Neuchâtel. It focuses on teaching French to people who are not native speakers.
During the school year, the ILCF offers:
- Training in French language, literature, and culture.
- Special training for future teachers of French as a foreign language.
- Extra French courses for students from other countries or exchange programs who need help with their French.
People Connected to UniNE
Many notable people have been linked to the University of Neuchâtel. These include famous scientists, writers, and politicians.
Notable Alumni and Faculty
- Louis Agassiz: A famous scientist who studied animals and glaciers.
- Alain Berset: A well-known Swiss politician.
- Jean Piaget: A very important psychologist known for his work on how children think and learn.
- Élisée Reclus: A famous geographer.
- Mohammad Mosaddegh: A former Prime Minister of Iran.
See also
In Spanish: Universidad de Neuchâtel para niños
- List of largest universities by enrollment in Switzerland
