Short Advanced Studies (SAS)

Ein Short Advanced Studies (SAS) ist ein kompaktes Weiterbildungsformat an Schweizer (Fach-)Hochschulen, das Berufstätigen ermöglicht, in kurzer Zeit spezifische Kompetenzen zu erwerben. Mit einem Umfang von 1 bis 9 ECTS-Credits dauern SAS-Programme in der Regel wenige Tage bis einige Wochen und sind ideal für eine berufsbegleitende Weiterbildung geeignet.

Die Inhalte eines SAS sind praxisorientiert und auf aktuelle Herausforderungen in verschiedenen Berufsfeldern zugeschnitten. Beispielsweise vermittelt das SAS „Agile Leadership“ der Fernfachhochschule Schweiz (FFHS) moderne Führungsansätze und unterstützt Teilnehmende dabei, ihr eigenes Führungsverhalten zu reflektieren und Teams effektiv zu führen.

Ein weiterer Vorteil von SAS-Programmen ist ihre Modularität: Sie können einzeln absolviert oder zu umfassenderen Abschlüssen wie einem Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) kombiniert werden . Dies bietet Flexibilität für individuelle Bildungswege und ermöglicht eine schrittweise Vertiefung des Fachwissens.

Who is a SAS suitable for?

SAS programmes are aimed at working professionals who want to expand their specialist or leadership skills in a targeted way. They are particularly suitable for people who want to continue their education quickly and flexibly, without committing to a long-term degree programme.

What are the admission requirements for a SAS?

As a rule, a tertiary degree (e.g. from a university or a college of higher education) and at least two years of relevant professional experience are required. In exceptional cases, people without a formal degree can also be admitted through a “sur dossier” procedure, provided additional requirements such as a course in academic writing are met.

How long does a SAS take?

The duration of a SAS varies depending on the programme and is usually between a few days and several weeks. One example is the “Agile Leadership” SAS offered by the FFHS, which runs over three months.

How much does a SAS cost?

The cost of a SAS varies depending on the provider and scope. For example, the “Agile Leadership” SAS offered by the FFHS costs CHF 2’750.–, plus a registration fee of CHF 200.–.

How much can you earn with a SAS?

A SAS does not directly lead to a higher salary, but it can improve career prospects and make it easier to access more responsible positions. The actual increase in earnings depends on various factors, including industry, position and individual performance.

At which universities are SAS offered?

SAS programmes are offered by various Swiss universities (of applied sciences), including:

Prospects after the further education

After completing a SAS, graduates can apply the skills they have acquired directly in their professional environment. There is also the option of completing further modules and thus obtaining a CAS, DAS or MAS, which can further improve career prospects.