Switzerland

About Switzerland

Switzerland is known for its high standards in hospitality, with some of the world’s best hotels and culinary experiences.

Location

Switzerland is located in west-central Europe. It is a landlocked country bordered by Italy to the south, France to the west, Germany to the north, and Austria and Liechtenstein to the east.

Why is Switzerland an ideal study abroad destination?

It is a birthplace of hospitality, and thus, a popular destination to study courses related to the hospitality & tourism industry.
Each study year consists of intensive 6 months of academic study and 6 months of paid practical work experience.
Global hub for finance, technology and innovation which makes it a worth place to study business management programs as well as science programs
European hub for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology making it a perfect place to pursue finance and technology courses.
International graduates from Swiss universities have the opportunity to apply for work permits, enabling them to gain professional experience in Switzerland’s robust economy.
Switzerland is known for its political neutrality, low crime rate, and high standard of living, making it a secure and peaceful place for international students to live and study.

Top 10 universities

EU Business School

GLION Institute of Higher Education

Geneva Business School

Swiss Hotel Management School

Business & Hotel Management School

Cesar Ritz

American Institute of Applied Sciences in Switzerland

Swiss School Of business and Management (SSBM)

Hotel & Tourism Management Institute Switzerland (HTMI)

Culinary Arts Academy (CAA)

Switzerland Tuition fees

Courses	Minimum annual	Maximum annual
Bachelor	CHF 5700	CHF 45600
Master	CHF 12900	CHF 62500
Diploma	CHF 15000	CHF 55380
Intakes	Fall (February – April) \| Spring ( October – November ) \| Rolling ( PHD)

Supportive Student Services

Swiss Federal Office for Migration (FOM): Provides information on immigration laws, residence permits, and regulations for international students.
International Student Association (ISA): It connects international students across Swiss universities, offering social activities and support.
Student Services (SDA): Many universities have student services that assist with accommodation, financial aid, and counseling.
Local Student Unions: Universities mostly have student unions to cater to the needs of students including international students.
Local Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): Several NGOs support the integration of international students through workshops, networking events, and cultural exchanges.

Monthly Cost of living

Housing

CHF 600 to CHF 2,500

Food

CHF 300 to CHF 940

Educational Materials

CHF 100 to CHF 260

Transportation

CHF 70 to CHF 800

Personal Expenses

CHF 580 to CHF 1,180

Utilities

CHF 150 to CHF 310

Health Insurance

CHF 110 to CHF 300

Estimated Total Cost

CHF 1840 to CHF 5850

Weather

Winter

December - February

-2°C to 5°C

Heavy Rainfall

Heavy snowfall

Spring

March - May

2°C to 15°C

Heavy Rainfall

Some snow in March

Summer

June - August

12°C to 25°C

Quite rainy / thunderstorms

Rare

Autumn

September - November

5°C to 15°C

Increasing rainfall

Early snow in Nov

Major local banks in Switzerland

UBS

Credit Suisse

Raiffeisen Bank

Post Finance

ZKB (Zürcher Kantonalbank)

BCV (Banque Cantonale Vaudoise)

Community

Swiss Nationals

~73%

Foreign Nationals

~27%

Italian

~15%

German

~10%

Portuguese

~3%

French

~3%

Spanish

~2%

INDIA

~1.5%

Turkish

~1%

Other Nationalities

~7%

Mobile Network Operator

Indian apparel and accessories stores

Indian restaurants

Indian Grocery Stores

Job portals

ETH Get Hired
Academic Positions
JobCloud
Students.ch
Jobs.ch
Indeed Switzerland
Glassdoor Switzerland
CareerFairy

Abroad

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