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Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW; Zürcher Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften) is one of Switzerland’s largest universities of applied sciences. It offers practice-oriented bachelor’s and master’s programmes across engineering, business, health, social work, architecture, applied linguistics, life sciences, and related fields, with strong ties to industry and public-sector partners in the Zurich region. ZHAW operates across campuses in Winterthur, Zurich, and Wädenswil. Teaching emphasizes applied research, professional training, and knowledge transfer. As a public Fachhochschule in the canton of Zurich, it is part of Switzerland’s dual higher-education system alongside cantonal universities and federal institutes of technology.
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Academics & Programs
10 programs catalogued.
Admissions Intelligence
Real outcomes, your fit.
Entry requirements
- IELTS
- 6.5+
- TOEFL
- 90+
- Duolingo
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- PTE
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- Application deadline
- Varies
- Application fee
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Cost & ROI
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CHF 1,920–3,500/month + tuition. International postgraduate researchers and artists from 180 countries.
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Post-study & PR
Most Switzerland universities offer 2-3 year post-study work options for international graduates.
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