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Underwater Archaeologist

Nature & Environment

Underwater archaeologists explore sunken settlements and artefacts in Swiss lakes. They document pile dwellings, recover historical finds, and work with state-of-the-art diving technology at the intersection of science and adventure.

Entry
~CHF 65'000
CHF 5'417/Mt.
Mid
~CHF 82'000
CHF 6'833/Mt.
Senior
~CHF 105'000
CHF 8'750/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education
LevelUniversity / ETH
Duration72 months

Your path to Underwater Archaeologist

Secondary School

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High School4 years

Baccalaureate

📊 Grade average ~5.0 for admission (varies by canton)

Long-track (from grade 6)Short-track (from grade 8/9)Apprenticeship + BMS + Passerelle
University / ETH3 years

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree1.5–2 years
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Career Start

Master's degree

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Starting salary: CHF 65'000/year
Academic Requirements
🔢 Mathematics4/10
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🔬 Science8/10
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💻 IT6/10
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🔧 Manual6/10
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🎨 Artistic3/10
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📊 Ratings
⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10
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🎨 Creativity6/10
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🤝 Social Contact5/10
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💪 Physical Demands8/10
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📈 Career Growth4/10
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🔮 Future Outlook6/10
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🔥 Demand (current)1/10
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AI Risk8/10
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