Design high-performance, sustainable machines and mechanical systems, optimize production, and develop tomorrow’s technologies—that’s the daily life of mechanical engineers! They lead projects in fast-evolving fields such as smart systems, mobility, energy-efficient buildings, nanotechnology, healthcare, and sustainable development.

Become a versatile engineer at the heart of today’s and tomorrow’s challenges.

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Studying Mechanical Engineering at HEIA-FR

At a glance


Important dates

04.11.2025
Information session (in French or German)
11.11.2025
Online information session (in Italian)
12.11.2025
Online information session (in French or German)
25.02.2026
Information session (in French or German)
21.03.2026
Information sessions (in French or German, Open house day)
31.03.2026
Registration deadline for holders of foreign diplomas and for case-by-case applications
27.05.2026
Examination for admission by application
31.05.2026
Registration deadline for holders of Swiss diplomas

Contact

Sebastian Leopold
Full Professor UAS/Department Head

Office
HEIA_D10.07

Phone
+41 26 429 66 64

E-mail
sebastian.leopold@hefr.ch

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Nathalie Bürgy
Administrative assistant

Office
HEIA_D10.07

Phone
+41 26 429 66 55

E-mail
nathalie.buergy@hefr.ch


Equal opportunities 

HEIA-FR ensures equal access opportunities for students with special needs through tailored support measures, available upon documented request.

HES-SO’s Accessibility Directive

EUR-ACE® label

The HES-SO Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is certified by the EUR-ACE® label, awarded by the Swiss Agency of Accreditation and Quality Assurance (AAQ). With its high standards, the EUR-ACE® label (European Accredited Engineer) certifies the quality of engineering study programs in Europe and beyond.


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