Switzerland is a picturesque country nestled amongst the Alps in Western and Central Europe. It is bordered by Germany in the North, Italy in the South, France in the West, and Austria and Liechtenstein in the East. Switzerland ranks nineteenth in the world based on nominal GDP and its economy is the most competitive in the world. Switzerland has a reputation of being a peaceful nation and the Red Cross initiative was birthed here. It is also the seat of many international organizations, including the UN office. Switzerland is one of the wealthiest nations in the world and has a stable, high-tech economy. It was also ranked by the European Union as Europe’s most innovative country.

QUICK FACTS

• Population 7.3 million (July 2003 EST.)
• Official languages -German, French, Italian, and Romansh.
• Capital: Bern
• Major cities Zurich, Basle, Geneva, Berne and Lausanne
• Zurich: Largest city, financial and industrial center
• Telephone country prefix- 41
• Switzerland Currency – Swiss Franc

WHY STUDY IN SWITZERLAND?

• High-quality education
• World-leading research environment
• Low tuition fees as universities are mainly publicly funded
• Wide spectrum of study programs
• Many study programs in English
• Low student/faculty ratio and small working groups
• Excellent facilities

SWITZERLAND EDUCATION SYSTEM

• 1 0 cantonal universities
• 2 Federal Institutes of Technology
• 7 Universities of Applied Sciences

Switzerland education system is of

• Primary levels of compulsory schooling
• Secondary levels post compulsory stage which lasts up to four years.
• Tertiary levels covers universities and higher vocational training
• Higher vocational training is provided by higher technical schools and technical schools, leading to vocational certificates and higher vocational diplomas.

TESTS REQUIRED

• IELTS or TOEFL scores as a proof of English Proficiency.
• Diploma programs require an IELTS Overall band score of 5.0
• Post Graduate Diploma programs require 5.5 bands Bachelors & Masters Programs require an Overall band score of 6.0

INTAKE

• January / February /April / May/ July/ August /October /November

EDUCATION COST?

• Average Fees For Diploma Programs: CHF 18,500/-
• Bachelors & Post Graduate Diploma: CHF 20,500/- MBA: 24,000/-

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COST OF LIVING

• Living expenses range between CHF 19,000- and 29,000 per year depending on the location of the university and individual needs.

COST OF EDUCATION

Undergraduate Course

• Engineering €9,100 – €20,300
• Science & Technology €9,100 – €16,500
• Arts & Humanities €9,100 – €15,500
• Business €9,000 – €15,500

Master’s Course

• Engineering €9,150 – €18,000
• Science & Technology €9,150 – €18,000
• Arts & Humanities €8,900 – €20,000
• Business €9,150 – €18,800

COST OF LIVING

• Around €10000 per annum.

INTAKE

• August

WORK RIGHTS AND STAY BACK

• 20 Hours per week (40 Hours during vacation).
• 2 Year stay back

REQUIRED TESTS

• IELTS or TOEFL scores as a proof of English Proficiency.
• Diploma programs: IELTS Overall band score of 5.5 & TOEFL: 75
• Bachelor’s Degree: Overall band score of 6.0 & TOEFL: 80
• Masters Programs: Overall band score of 6.0 & TOEFL: 80

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