Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW)
Higher Education
German +1 more
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ZHAW degree programmes for qualified refugees
Supports students at risk
As a (prospective) refugee student you can be admitted to the ZHAW as auditor, mobility student or regular student. Which option represents the best fit depends on the goals that you would like to achieve and the prerequisites that you meet. The different options are described below.
Overview
Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW)
Winterthur, Zurich, Switzerland
Full-time
German, English
Social Work, International Relations/Studies/Affairs, Law / Legal Studies, Business & Management Studies, Hospitality & Leisure Management, Anatomy & Physiology, Medicine Related Studies, Medicine, Health/Healthcare, Nursing & Midwifery, Engineering – Mechatronics, Engineering - Mechanical & Aeronautical, Engineering - General, Software, Computer Science, Engineering - Civil & Structural, Architecture, Psychology, Communication, Film & Media Studies
Detailed Information
Qualifications
Refugees with an academic background who are considering starting or continuing a degree programme and who would like to get to know university life at the ZHAW. Students who had to flee their home country and who are currently matriculated at a university in the country from which they fled. Students who have had to flee their home country and who would like to be admitted to a degree programme at the ZHAW as a regular student.
Procedure
In order to be admitted to the ZHAW, an application form must be submitted. The responsible office will contact you as quickly as possible. Link: (https://www.zhaw.ch/en/study/before-your-studies/refugees/application/). If you have already decided for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree programme, you are welcome to apply directly to the relevant School. Alternatively, you can submit the application form if you require assistance in selecting a degree programme or in completing the application process. The responsible office will contact you as quickly as possible.
Academic Transfer
Accepts transfer credit.
Application Requirements
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