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On exchange in Switzerland

The land of majestic mountains, placid lakes, St Bernard dogs, punctual trains, CERN and chocolates!

Costs

  • Living: ± 78% higher than in Belgium
  • Rent: ± 137% higher than in Belgium
  • More info here.

Did you know?

Cheese is king in Switzerland! The country’s most typical national dish is cheese fondue.

Ready?

Freedom and individual responsibility, entrepreneurial spirit and open-​mindedness: ETH Zurich stands on a bedrock of true Swiss values.

The university for science and technology dates back to the year 1855, when the founders of modern-​day Switzerland created it as a center of innovation and knowledge.

At ETH Zurich, students discover an ideal environment for independent thinking, researchers a climate which inspires top performance. Situated in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, ETH Zurich is pioneering effective solutions to the global challenges of today and tomorrow.

Partner and city information

Zürich is the largest city in Switzerland. In 2019, Zürich was ranked among the ten most liveable cities in the world together with Geneva and Basel. The Schauspielhaus Zürich is considered to be one of the most important theatres in the German-speaking world.

More information about ETH Zürich can be found on their website and in the leaflets below:

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Semester dates

  • Autumn semester: September - February
  • Spring semester: February - June

Practical information

  • Exchanges to ETH Zürich are possible for the Bachelor option Levensmiddelentechnologie
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Accommodation

ETH Zürich owns no students’ halls of residence. It is recommended to explore several other possible housing options.

Student experiences

You can read the evaluations and testimonials from students who have been to ETH Zürich before you to get inspired!

Contacts

Kristel
Kristel Rock
Exchange Coordinator
Julie Go Global
Julie Willebrords
Policy Advisor
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Matt Tips
Policy Advisor
Katrien Fret
Katrien Fret
Policy Advisor