STUDY AND WORK IN SWITZERLAND

For those looking to expand their cultural horizons, SWITZERLAND could be the perfect choice as a study abroad destination. It has four national languages Swiss German, French, Italian and Romansch and is equally rich in cultural diversity.

There are 12 general universities in SWITZERLAND and a number of other universities of applied sciences and research universities. Swiss universities are generously supported by the government and fees for nationals are low. At many institutions, fees are the same for foreign students or there is only a small premium, reflecting the country s desire to attract overseas students. Of those studying at university in SWITZERLAND 21% are international students.

SWITZERLAND has the highest ranked university in Continental Europe in the 2012 QS World University Rankings: ETH Z rich, which is ranked number 13. The country also has three other institutions in the Top 100: cole Polytechnique F d rale de Lausanne at 29, University of Geneva at 74 and University of Zurich at 90.

English-language courses are more common at Master s level and most undergraduate programmes are taught in German, Italian or French. The number of courses available at an undergraduate level in English is slowly growing, however, particularly at universities of applied sciences.

Entry and visa regulations

UK citizens do not require a visa to study in SWITZERLAND.

Students must register with their local Residents Registration Office within 14 days of arrival. To register, students need proof of identity and address, along with evidence of sufficient funds and enrolment at university.

Applicants wishing to study at a Swiss university should apply directly to the institution of their choice. Deadlines for entry vary between institutions, but as a general rule you ll need to apply in the spring for courses beginning in the autumn. 
Funding your study

At most of the general universities, the annual tuition fee for international students is between 650 and 1,000, with some exceptions the University of Italian SWITZERLAND, for example, charges a much higher fee of about 2,600 per year.

UK students are allowed to work up to 15 hours per week alongside their studies without acquiring a work permit.

There are some scholarships available for foreign students check with your local Swiss embassy in the first instance.
Some subsidised on-campus student accommodation is available in SWITZERLAND, but it is also common for students to rent private rooms or flats.

To start with, contact the housing office at your institution to find out what assistance and/or recommendations they can offer.
Budget on paying at least 500 per month for a room in a shared apartment.

There are so many reasons why you should choose SWITZERLAND as your study destination. 

SWITZERLAND has a high quality system of education that is relatively accessible to foreign students.

The student population of some universities, for example, consists of over 40% foreign students, and this trend is on the upswing.

You will meet and associate with people from all over the world, giving you a very global outlook and politically neutral understanding of life.

A Swiss Education Today is An International Career Tomorrow

Bringing global opportunities to you.

Transform your ambitions into an exciting career.

Safe and modern with high living standards

Easy access to road, rail networks and airports

Multicultural society with four official languages


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