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STUDYING IN SWITZERLAND
NUMBER OF UNIVERSITIES AND STUDENTS





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10 universities and 2 Federal Polytechnic Schools, 9 specialist "Hautes Ecoles".
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Switzerland has a high reputation for its courses in the following areas: international relations, interpreting, hospitality, trade, engineering and science.
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Approximately 250,000 students (2020 figures provided by RTS Info). Including 20% of international students.
QUALIFICATIONS OBTAINED
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Bachelor's degree in 3 years.
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Master's degree in 1 year or 2 years depending on the institution.
ADMISSION PROCEDURES
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Selective admission handled directly by the institutions.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
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French Baccalauréat S (Science pathway), ES (Economic & Social Studies pathway) ou L (literature pathway) Honours may be required.
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depending on the institution, school reports for the last 3 years, a test, exams, an interview.
SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION
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The year is usually divided into 2 semesters (autumn and summer) which can allow 2 intakes each year depending on the institution.
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For the autumn semester intake, applications can be submitted from January to April.
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For the summer semester intake, applications can be submitted from September to November.





REQUIRED LEVEL OF PROFICIENCY IN ENGLISH
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For some study programmes, IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or le TOEFL (Test Of English as a Foreign Language) may be required even if the programme is taught in French.
TUITION FEES
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Approximately 1,000 CHF to 2,200 CHF a year (2019 figures) for universities and EPFs (Federal Polytechnic Schools).
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Highly variable for other institution.
ACCOMMODATION
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On campus oor in shared accommodation.
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Accommodation can be very difficult to find.
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Tourist tax is mandatory.
EMPLOI ETUDIANT
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EU citizens can obtain a work permit for a limited number of hours per week for the period of study.
VISA
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Permission to reside must be sought from cantonal authorities of the place of residence.
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This will issued subject to proof of sufficient available financial resources and having health insurance in place.