Master Thesis
The master's thesis is the final and most significant part of the Master of Science in Precision Engineering. It represents an in-depth, independent research project that typically extends over six months (30 ECTS), with the possibility of extension up to nine months. Each thesis culminates in a written scientific report and an oral presentation.
Students can choose from a range of tailored thesis proposals offered by our own lecturers. In addition, there are opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with the Climate and Environmental Physics and Space research at the University of Bern.
Furthermore, those students with a strong academic background and a dedicated work ethic may also conduct their master’s thesis at other Swiss universities or with industry partners. Through our extensive network, students gain access to renowned research institutions and universities worldwide, enabling them to pursue ambitious and impactful research projects.
Open Thesis Proposals
A list of open master’s thesis proposals can be found below, along with a selection of master’s theses topics offered in collaboration with other University of Bern institutes.
Thesis Topics in Collaboration
Thesis Proposals
- Simulation of Temperature Measurements at the Cutting Edge in Machining Processes in Metal Working Fluids (PDF, 57KB)
- Study of the phase contrast on CT images and 3D reconstructions (PDF, 90KB)
- Combinatorial exploration of novel high entropy ceramic coatings (PDF, 203KB)
- Evaluation of the Cutting Performance of Ultrasonic Osteotomy Instruments using a RobotAssisted Surgical Test Platform (PDF, 155KB)
- Design and Experimental Validation of a Miniaturized Robotic Manipulator for Surgical Applications (PDF, 542KB)
- Design of a Temperature-Gradient Sample Stage for PVD Thin Film Optimization (PDF, 203KB)
- Development of a Temperature Sensor Device Based on Thermoelectric Thin Film (PDF, 144KB)
- Development of a Particle Detection Prototype for Integration on an ALD Reactor Flange (PDF, 224KB)
- Development and Characterization of an Experimental Setup for the Biophysical Characterization of Anti-Cancer Treatments Using Ultrasound in Combination with Magnetosomes (PDF, 31KB)
- Development of Remote Particle Detector for harsh environment (PDF, 82KB)
- Innovative Method for the Generation of Micro-Pillars for Compression Testing in Bone, Semiconductors and Metals with Ultra-Short Laser-Pulses (PDF, 223KB)
- In-situ monitoring of intrinsic stress during thin film growth (PDF, 242KB)
- Laser Structuring of Organic Electrochemical Transistors as a next Step in the Production Process (PDF, 234KB)
- Polishing setup for spherical probes smaller than Ø=125µm (PDF, 63KB)
- Semiconductor laser stabilization on an iodine absorption line (PDF, 74KB)
Thesis Information on ILIAS
Enrolled students can find all information related to the master’s thesis on the e-learning platform ILIAS: list of open and archived thesis proposals, the official guidelines, and resources for registration and submission.
Go to ILIAS → Precision Engineering: Master Thesis and log into the platform. Once logged in, you can directly register for the course.