Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about our education programs – from admissions and costs to schedule and accreditation.
Admission & Eligibility
Am I eligible to apply?
Eligibility criteria can be found in the Admission Requirements document published on our website.
How can I register?
Please use the online registration link on our website.
When will I receive confirmation of my study place?
You will usually receive confirmation of your eligibility within 2 weeks of submitting your registration. Eligible students will receive final confirmation within 2 weeks after finalization of the admission process. Students whose eligibility is not immediately certain will undergo a detailed review and receive separate information about additional steps. As study places are restricted, eligible students will be prioritized. All students will receive confirmation at the latest 4 weeks after the registration deadline closes.
I have a different background – how can I improve my chances of receiving a study place?
If you are not directly eligible according to the admission regulations, we will review your case individually. Please submit any additional educational background you may have in this field and include a motivation letter as part of your CV to demonstrate your interest and commitment to the program.
Is my English sufficient?
We recommend a C1 English level to successfully follow the classes. If your English is below this level, we suggest taking additional courses during the first year to strengthen your academic and scientific English skills.
Costs & Funding
What is the total cost of the program?
Registration (one-time): CHF 100
Tuition (per semester): CHF 850 (Subject to increase for non-EU/EFTA student cohorts upon successful accreditation as Swiss university institute)
Study materials (per semester): CHF 50–100
Laptop, reliable internet access, camera, and microphone required
Travel & accommodation for on-site teaching (LLUI and ETH)
Does the institute provide scholarships for students from low-income countries?
The Lake Lucerne Institute does not provide specific scholarships for students from low-income countries. Students with limited resources can apply for the tuition fee to be reduced. For our scholarship of excellence, see more details on our website.
Program Structure & Curriculum
Who does this program target?
The program targets Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Sports and Health Scientist holding a Bachelor of Science degree. It is optimized for people who are working or planning to work in neurorehabilitation, have an interest in technology and science, and are motivated to advance the field.
Do I have to take all bridge courses?
Up to 30 ECTS of bridge courses can be transferred from previous studies. You can submit a request to have previous exams recognized. For each course unit, you must provide comparable learning outcomes from your previous studies.
What is the role of ETH Zurich in the MSc PNR program?
The MSc in Precision Neurorehabilitation (PNR) is closely linked to the new Major in Rehabilitation and Inclusion within the Master’s program in Health Sciences and Technology at ETH Zurich. LLUI Master’s students have the opportunity to attend selected ETH lectures as guest auditors during their fourth and fifth semesters. However, the awarding of ECTS credits and the assessment of academic performance remain under the responsibility of LLUI. Through this interdisciplinary collaboration, the MSc in Precision Neurorehabilitation is embedded in the rapidly evolving interface between neurorehabilitation and engineering, contributing to the research and development of personalized, scientifically grounded, technology-supported therapeutic approaches and their translation into clinical practice
Workload & Schedule
Can I work part-time alongside the program?
Yes, the program is designed to allow part-time work alongside your studies.
Can I study full-time?
The program is currently offered only in a part-time format. However, the second and third years can be accelerated by completing the semester project and master’s thesis in parallel with ETH and core courses. Depending on your prior knowledge, it may also be possible to shorten the program by skipping certain bridge courses.
How much study time is expected?
Course efforts are defined in ECTS – 1 ECTS corresponds to 25-30 hours of student work. The entire program comprises 120 ECTS over three years. Each semester includes approximately 20 ECTS, combining two weeks of intensive on-site courses with ten weeks of online teaching on two days per week. Workload is typically distributed as 30% contact time, 55% guided learning, and 15% self-directed learning.
What is the class schedule?
For the first 3 Semester: Each semester combines two weeks of intensive on-site courses with ten weeks of online teaching held on Mondays and Tuesdays. The detailed timetable will be published on the website and on Moodle (accessible upon enrollment). The exact dates for the on-site weeks are published in the academic calendar.
ETH-classes in Semester 4 are held Monday – Wednesday without intensive class weeks.
Attendance & Location
I live abroad – can I participate entirely remotely?
It is possible to attend most of the program remotely but not enirely as bridge and core courses include mandatory on-site weeks in Vitznau, Switzerland. The remaining weeks in the first 3 semesters consist of synchronous online classes on Mondays and Tuesdays.
For the 4th and 5th Semester, ETH courses, the semester project, and master’s thesis may require longer stays in Switzerland and can be planned according to the students project plan:
ETH courses, the semester project, and master’s thesis may require longer stays in Switzerland and can be can be scheduled flexibly according to the student’s individual study plan. Students living and working abroad have two options: (A) completing a 14–20 week full-time stay during the fourth semester, during which they may advance their semester and/or Master’s thesis instead of completing them consecutively, or (B) primarily attending ETH lectures remotely and compensating for courses that require on-site participation through an additional semester project
Does the institute or partner clinics provide paid part-time positions?
We do not provide specified positions for prospective students. You may apply for jobs regularly via open position listings or at partner clinics. Please note that enrollment does not provide a working permit for Switzerland.
Do I have to be on-site for the semester project and master’s thesis?
Depending on the project scope, a longer on-site stay in Vitznau may be required for practical work. Externally conducted master’s theses require adequate co-supervision and must be approved in advance.
Thesis & Research
Who will be supervising my Masterthesis
A postdoctoral researcher, group leader, or research affiliate at LLUI may supervise the Master’s thesis. For external Master’s theses, an additional external co-supervisor is required to ensure adequate guidance for the student.
Can I conduct the student projects in a different clinic/ institute
Yes external conducted semester projects and Master’s thesis are possible and require prior approval by the program director. Requirements are a sufficient co-supervision and a propar ethical approval strategy for the respective canton/country if the project falls under the human research act.
Accreditation & Degree
When will the institute receive accreditation as a University Institute?
In December 2025, we received the admission to institutional accreditation procedure. We are currently in the “Self-Evaluation” step of the process and will be evaluated by a team of experts in spring 2027. The earliest time point for a decision by the Swiss Accreditation Council is September 2027.
Do I receive a professional license to practice as a Physiotherapist?
This program does not provide a license to practice as a regulated healthcare professional in Switzerland or abroad.
Will my degree be recognized internationally
International recognition is subject to the regulations and policies of the respective national authorities and cannot be guaranteed by the Institute
Career
What career opportunities does this Master’s degree open up?
Research roles: Researcher or project coordinator in neuroscience, rehabilitation science, or technology-assisted therapy.
Technology and innovation: Specialist in medical technology, rehabilitation robotics, or digital health solutions for neurorehabilitation
Clinical positions*: Neurorehabilitation therapist, robotic specialist, expert for precision therapy in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or private clinics.
*Please note that this program does not provide a license to practice as a a regulated healthcare professional.
