Literary Writing

The Bachelor's degree in Literary Writing offers you the opportunity to realise your own text projects and prepares you for the working reality of a professional writer.

This degree program is unique in Switzerland. Experienced authors support you in developing your writing. You tackle the demands of the writing profession and learn how to present yourself and your work. The full-time course allows for flexibility.

‘My name is Tree and my name is Solitude‘: The Bachelor graduate Noemi Somalvico reading from her text.

Start your studies in autumn 2026.

Factsheet

  • Title/Degree Bachelor of Arts (BA)
  • Mode of study Full-time (6 semesters)
  • Start date 14 September 2026
  • Application deadline Academic year 2026/2027: 16 March 2026
  • ECTS credits 180 ECTS
  • Teaching language German / French
  • Location Biel + Bern
  • School Bern Academy of the Arts
  • Next info event 25th and 26th november 2025

For detailed information, go to the German page or the French page.