At the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine of the University of Lucerne, health isn't just a field of study - it's a commitment to the future.

We are dedicated to addressing the evolving health needs of society through an interdisciplinary and person-centered approach that breaks traditional boundaries.

Our comprehensive academic offerings in health sciences and medicine include undergraduate and graduate degrees, alongside continuing education programs, all rooted in deep knowledge about health and bolstered by innovative teaching, and cutting-edge research that has both national and international impact.

Our research focuses on pivotal, contemporary challenges within the health system:

• Social change and demographic shifts: Understanding and adapting to the changing needs of our global population.
• Digital innovation: Harnessing digital technologies to enhance health outcomes.
• Sustainable healthcare: Promoting high-quality care that is accessible for all and sustainable.
• Healthy living and well-being: Creating opportunities for individuals to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives.
• Evidence-based policymaking: Shaping effective policies that improve health systems and outcomes through informed research and strategic partnerships.

Our promise: Through our research, education, and extensive network within the health sector, we strive to enrich society and cultivate the next generation of skilled doctors, health experts, and policymakers. Our focus is on a multidimensional exploration of health, harmoniously blending with the University of Lucerne’s unique humanistic ethos, as reflected in its motto "Moving Human Sciences." This synergy underlines our dedication to advancing health sciences and medicine with a profound commitment to humanity.

Established in February 2023, the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine at the University of Lucerne quickly presented itself as a key player in tackling modern health challenges. The faculty evolved from the Department of Health Sciences and Medicine, created in 2019, drawing on the foundational principles of the earlier Department of Health Sciences and Health Policy.