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Zurich University of Applied Sciences

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world rank  647

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Overview

Founded in 1995, the Zürcher Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften (Zurich University of Applied Sciences) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Winterthur (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Zurich. Officially recognized by the Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation, Schweiz (State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation of Switzerland), Zürcher Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften (ZHAW) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Swiss higher education institution. Zürcher Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften (ZHAW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ZHAW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Control Typepublic

Entity

Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Zurich University of Applied Sciences' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

Name (English)
Name Zurich University of Applied Sciences
Name (Non Latin) Haute École spécialisée zurichoise
Acronym ZHAW
Founded 1995
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Campus Location

Address Gertrudstrasse 15
Winterthur
8401 Zurich
Switzerland
Zurich University of Applied Sciences Phone Number +41 (0)58 934 71 71
Zurich University of Applied Sciences Fax Number +41

Zurich University of Applied Sciences's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Zurich University of Applied Sciences's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Zurich University of Applied Sciences.

Zurich University of Applied Sciences: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
Not reported
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
Not reported

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Admission Info

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Zurich University of Applied Sciences's admission information.

Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Not reported


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Zurich University of Applied Sciences's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Admission Office Admission Office






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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Zurich University of Applied Sciences.

Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Zurich University of Applied Sciences has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Control Type Control Type

Zurich University of Applied Sciences is a public higher education institution.


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Entity Type Entity Type

Zurich University of Applied Sciences is a non-profit higher education institution.


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Not reported


Religious Affiliation

Zurich University of Applied Sciences does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

Curious about the most prevalent university facilities and services? Delve into our two guide articles on University Facilities and University Services for more insights.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Zurich University of Applied Sciences's main facilities:


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Zurich University of Applied Sciences's main services:


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Zurich University of Applied Sciences's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Zurich University of Applied Sciences is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation, Schweiz

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1997


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Zurich University of Applied Sciences's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Federal Office for Professional Education and Technology (OPET)


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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

University affiliations and memberships with external organizations can hold significance for various reasons... explore our article on university affiliations and memberships for further insights.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Zurich University of Applied Sciences's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Swiss University Conference (SUC)

Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Divisions

uniRank shows a diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Zurich University of Applied Sciences 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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