The Student advice Center provides information, guidance, and support regarding personal academic and career choices after high school, as well as during your studies for issues related to academic planning, changing majors, choosing a master’s program, academic challenges (e.g., study and work techniques, decision-making conflicts), career entry, and continuing education.

We offer advice on questions such as:

• Yes, I want to study, but what, where and how?
• Which degree program suits me, my interests, and my abilities?
• Where can I find information?
• Which combination of subjects should I choose?
• How can I make a decision?
• Should I take a gap year?
• What career opportunities does my choice offer?
• Which university should I attend?
• How does “studying” actually work?
• How do I prepare for the numerus clausus in medicine?
• How much math do I need for my degree program?

…and during your studies, to questions such as:

• I’m in the wrong degree program - and now?
• How can I change my major?
• Which master’s program should I choose?
• Is an internship a good idea?
• How can I successfully start my career?
• Should I pursue a PhD or enter the job market directly?
• How does effective time and/or stress management work?
• What’s the best way to prepare for my exams?
• Should I take a semester off?
• I have questions about my studies - who can help me?

At our information center at Steinengraben 5 in Basel, you’ll also find extensive informational materials on study programs throughout Switzerland, various fields of study, and career opportunities after graduation, as well as helpful fact sheets on choosing a major and studying. 

Our counseling services are aimed at graduates at Basel’s high schools, as well as prospective students from Basel-Stadt. Our counseling and information cover higher education opportunities throughout Switzerland. We also welcome prospective students specifically interested in attending the University of Basel. Our counseling sessions are confidential, independent, and free of charge.