Université populaire jurassienne

What Université populaire jurassienne does

Université populaire jurassienne (UPJ), legally constituted as Université Populaire du Canton du Jura, is a Swiss non-profit association operating adult and continuing education programs across the Jura canton. Headquartered in Delémont with regional secretariats in Porrentruy, Moutier, Saignelégier, and Jura bernois, UPJ serves approximately 5,500 enrolled members through more than 500 courses spanning 15 categories, including 50 language courses covering 10 languages (German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Swiss-German), movement and sports, creative arts, health and wellness, family activities, music and theater, nature studies, computing, and personal development. Course delivery occurs at partner venues including community centers, swimming pools, schools, and the Le Vilebrequin FabLab.

The organization's underlying technology is the Welante course management platform (portal.welante.ch), which provides self-service online enrollment, scheduling, and participant management. UPJ operates a hybrid go-to-market combining community-led referrals, seasonal program releases (autumn/winter cycles), and direct-to-consumer self-registration, with regional secretariats providing personalized enrollment assistance. Distribution spans the Welante portal, regional offices, and partner venues across the Jura region.

UPJ's revenue model is primarily transactional (course registration fees ranging CHF 15–400 per course depending on type and duration) supplemented by recurring annual membership fees and institutional support from Canton du Jura, KIP, and Loterie Romande. The organization holds Eduqua Swiss quality certification and is affiliated with UP-VHS, the national federation of Swiss popular universities. Its customer base is horizontally segmented across adults, children and teens, seniors, and families, with no enterprise B2B customer concentration.

Name

Université populaire jurassienne

Legal name

Université Populaire du Canton du Jura

Website

https://upjurassienne.ch

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Université populaire jurassienne is a Swiss non-profit association providing adult and continuing education across the Jura canton, serving 5,500 members with 500+ courses spanning 15 categories and 10 languages through regional secretariats and the Welante online platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Adult and Continuing Education

NAICS

All Other Schools and Instruction (61169), Language Schools (611630), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Language & Communication Continuing Education (EDAAAEAF)

Keywords

• Adult continuing education
• Language courses
• Community education
• Workshops and training
• Lifelong learning

Headquarters

HQ city

Delémont

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Course Registration Fees: One-time fees charged per course enrollment, with prices ranging from approximately CHF 15 to CHF 400 depending on course type, duration, and materials required. Fees are quoted in Swiss Francs.
2. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees for members of Université Populaire Jurassienne, providing access to member pricing and benefits.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

UPJ delivers community-based adult and continuing education through 500+ in-person courses across 15 categories and 10 languages in the Jura canton of Switzerland. Courses are sold individually with one-time registration fees (CHF 15–500) and are accessible to members and the general public through the Welante online portal and regional secretariats.

Product overview

Université Populaire Jurassienne is a community education institution offering over 500 courses and 50 language courses across the Jura canton in Switzerland. The organization operates as a unified educational platform offering diverse adult learning opportunities organized into 15 course categories including languages, sports, creative arts, health, family activities, music, theater, nature studies, IT/digital skills, and conferences. The platform uses the Welante course management system for registrations. Course offerings range from language instruction (German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian) to practical workshops (sewing, pottery, 3D printing), wellness activities (yoga, swimming), and specialized training programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Language Courses (Cours de langues) Language courses covering German, English, Korean, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, and Swiss German, with level assessments and CEFR reference materials, aimed at adult learners in the Jura canton.
• Movement and Sport Courses (Cours de mouvement et sport) Physical activity and sports courses including yoga, swimming, aquagym, badminton, pilates, Nordic walking, piloxing, and fit dance for adults and children.
• Practical and Creative Activities (Cours d'activités pratiques et créatives) Workshops covering sewing, pottery, 3D printing, artistic crafts, and other hands-on creative pursuits for hobbyists.
• Health and Wellness Courses (Cours de santé et bien-être) Health and wellness courses including sophrology, hypnosis, and mindfulness practices aimed at personal well-being.
• Children and Teenagers Courses (Cours pour enfants et ados) Age-appropriate courses for children and teenagers including theater, swimming lessons, and creative activities.
• Cooking and Food Courses (Cours de cuisine et alimentation) Cooking and food courses covering various culinary techniques and nutrition topics.
• Personal Development Courses (Cours de développement personnel) Personal development courses focusing on interpersonal skills, social competencies, and self-improvement.
• General Knowledge and Social Skills Courses (Cours de culture générale et compétences sociales) General knowledge and social skills courses for broad educational enrichment across civic and cultural topics.
• Family Courses (Cours en famille) Family-oriented courses enabling parents and children to learn and participate in activities together (e.g., baby swimming, parent-child activities).
• Music and Theater Courses (Cours de musique et théâtre) Music and theater courses including guitar, choir, dance, and theatrical performance for amateur and hobby learners.
• Nature and Environment Courses (Cours de nature et environnement) Nature and environment courses including herbalism workshops, outdoor activities, and sustainability topics.
• Visits and Excursions (Cours de visites et excursions) Guided visits and excursions exploring regional cultural, agricultural, and historical sites (e.g., malt house visits with tastings).
• Conferences (Conférences) Educational conferences and lectures on topics of public interest delivered to local community audiences.
• Computing and Digital Media Courses (Cours d'informatique et médias) Computing and digital media courses covering smartphone usage, AI introduction, Canva, Excel, digital security, and sustainable technology workshops.
• City Guide Training Program (Formation devenir guide de ville) Specialized training program to become a certified city guide, offered as part of the adult education curriculum.
• Annual Membership (Adhésion membre) Annual membership program offering access to courses, workshops, and conferences with discounted member pricing and benefits.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5,500 members enrolled in programs
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• KIP (Kantonale Institutionen Pensen)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCantonal institutional partner supporting the programs of Université Populaire Jurassienne. Logo displayed as program partner indicating ongoing institutional support and collaboration.
• Canton du JuracoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCantonal government partner supporting adult education initiatives. Logo displayed as program partner indicating institutional backing and funding support.
• Loterie RomandecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSwiss lottery foundation providing funding support for educational and cultural programs. Logo displayed as program partner indicating financial support for UPJ operations.
• ComunicaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization supporting UPJ programs. Logo displayed among program partners.
• UP-VHS (Union des Universités Populaires)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational association connecting Swiss popular universities, providing network support, shared resources, and best practices across the adult education sector.
• Le Vilebrequin (FabLab)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelémont-based FabLab partnering with UPJ for sustainable technology workshops including GNU/Linux installation courses. Hosts 'Ateliers durables' (sustainable workshops) at their facility.
• Coopérative Malticulture de DelémontminorOthersRegional malt house providing educational tours as part of UPJ's cultural and agricultural education program. Visit includes beer tasting from locally produced malt.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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