Study in Switzerland
Study in Switzerland
- Capital: Bern
- Currency: Swiss Franc
- Language: German, French, Italian and Romansh
- Major Cities: Zurich, Geneva, Lausanne, Bern, Basel, Lugano
- Major Intake: February and September
About Switzerland:
Switzerland is a federal republic in Europe. It consists of 26 cantons, and the city of Bern is the seat of the federal authorities. The country is situated in western- Europe, and is bordered by Italy to the south, France to the west, Germany to the north, and Austria and Liechtenstein to the east. Switzerland is one of the most developed countries in the world, with the highest nominal wealth per adult. Zürich and Geneva have each been ranked among the top cities in the world in terms of quality of life, with the former ranked second globally, according to Mercer.
Why study in Switzerland
Famous Places to Visit:
- Matterhorn, Zermatt
- Chateau de Chillon, Montreux
- The Jungfrau Region
- Swiss National Park, Zernez
- Lake Geneva and surrounding cities
- Lugano
Why study in Switzerland
- High quality education: All Swiss universities share a drive for quality in teaching and research, resulting in their consistent ranking among the best universities in the world. In fact, so many Swiss universities are ranked amongst the top 200Universities worldwide that around 50% of all students in Switzerland can claim to attend one of those top institutes.
- Affordable: Switzerland prides itself on its high standard of a publicly funded education system that is affordable for both Swiss and non-Swiss students.
- Vibrant student and Cultural Life: Switzerland is in the heart of Europe and at the crossroads of several languages and cultures, attracting people from all over the world. Many UN organizations and international NGOs are located in Geneva, and over 10,000 multinational companies are headquartered in Switzerland.
Cost of Study for International Students:
- Application fees : 150-400 CHF
- Bachelor’s Degree : 17,000 to 20,000 CHF
- Master’s Degree : 17,000 to 20,000 CHF
Other Expenses for International Students:
- Average Living Expenses – 500 CHF Approximately
- Transportation Cost – 70-100 CHF
Popular Courses in Switzerland:
- Computer & IT
- Hotel Management
- Hospitality Management
- Culinary Arts
- MBA
- Global Business Management
- Language Courses
- Travel and Tourism Management
- Cultural Studies
- Sports Management
- Media Communications
- Psychology Interior designing
Levels of Study:
- Bachelor’s program- 3 years
- Master’s program- 1-2 years
List of Universities/College:
- École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
- ETH Zürich
- IMD Business School
- University of Basel
- University of Bern
- University of Geneva
- University of Lausanne
- University of St.Gallen
- University of Zurich
- HTMi, Luzern
- BHMS, Luzern
- Cesar Ritz College
Job Opportunities
- As an international student, you may take up part-time work for up to 15 hours a week in term time and full-time during holidays, but only after you have lived in Switzerland for six months.
- If you find work there, then you can contact local Embassy to change your status from student to employee and work full-time.
Official Government sites:
Immigration – https://ec.europa.eu/immigration/node_en
FAQs
To begin studying as an international student, there are a range of entry requirements you may have to meet.
The academic requirements (including evidence of English language skills) you need to study will vary depending on the level of education you want to study. Universities and schools can have different entry requirements, so read the course information on their websites carefully.
The costs associated with studying at university or school overseas vary greatly. It depends on the nature of the program, the length of your stay, the distance you travel and the kind of lifestyle you want when you get there.
- When deciding what and where to study, start by thinking about your academic interests and your career goals.
- Take some time to research specific courses, subjects and options for internships or work placements.
- Look at the campus location, rankings, the amount of time you would like to spend away from home and the total cost of studying and living overseas.
- Studying overseas is about more than just the course. Think about what kind of lifestyle you prefer – do you want to be in a cosmopolitan city, or a quiet country town? Would you prefer to choose a city where there are other students from your nationality? Do you want to be close to the beach? Do you want to live on campus?
- If you would like to explore the option of staying in the country to work after your studies you will need to find out about the migration policies in place and also be aware that these government policies can change at any time.
Your career prospects will benefit hugely from your experience of studying, living and socialising overseas. It’s your opportunity to develop a wealth of new skills, perspectives and stronger English language skills and seek work experience from the sort of employers you’d like to work for.
The skills and qualifications employers and professional registration bodies require will vary from country to country. If, for example, you are working towards a career with strict entry requirements such as medicine, engineering, accounting or teaching, do some research with the relevant registration bodies in your home country for advice.
There is a limited number of partial scholarships and bursaries available for international students. The amount varies by level of study and by institution. These scholarships are competitive and you need to demonstrate exceptional academic achievements.
Working while you study can help complement your study and living experience. If you pursue a course at degree level or above you may be permitted to work while on an international student visa.
Before you undertake any paid work, you need to make sure that your visa allows it. The opportunity for students to work part-time during their studies varies from country to country.
Many universities have a dedicated job centre on-campus for students that advertise job opportunities to help students develop skills. The university careers service is also a useful source of information.
We recommend you begin your application process at least a year in advance to give enough time for your applications to be processed and to prepare for your time overseas.
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