Switzerland

Switzerland actively seeks skilled workers for specialised roles where local talent is scarce. Most vacancies are currently found in Engineering, Information Technology (IT), Biotechnology, and Healthcare. Indian students specializing in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) generally have the highest success rate in securing work permits compared to non-technical fields.

Yes, it is possible. It depends on the industry. Many popular jobs in Switzerland within the IT, Banking, and Pharmaceutical sectors. It operate primarily in English. Especially at large multinational companies in Zurich and Geneva.

Applying to other Swiss universities is not the same as applying to EPFL. Given below is why that is the case.

• EPFL has varied requirements for eligibility depending on the program. For example, consecutive Master's programs may require students to submit a higher GPA
• For various programs, EPFL offers distinct application processes. Students with a Bachelor's degree in the same field of study from a Swiss university, for instance, are required to complete the entire online application process.

The EPFL Rankings have not changed much in the last few years. EPFL has consistently ranked among the best technical universities globally and in Switzerland. Given below is how the EPFL University has ranked in the last 3 years across different platforms.

The table above shows the EPFL University World Rankings in the last 3 years.

Yes, the EPFL University is considered the best university in the country for its Physics program. It's physics programme (especially UG courses) are known to be very demanding, with low pass rates.

It is mandatory for students to be involved in research groups atleast one day per week. The Master's in Physics programme is more focused on Quantum Science and Condensed Matter.

The PG programme ends with a 4 month (30 ECTS) research project. 

No, UG courses are only taught in French at the EPFL University. As for PG courses, some programs are available to be pursued entirely in English. Other courses are available entirely in French or bilingual French and English.

Students interested in UG courses would have to submit a French language proficiency certificate, with a minimum grade B2. The recommended grade is C1.

Third countries students mus submit applications as well as certain documents to complete the process for workers from third countries including a copy of the passport, CV and proof of an unsuccessful search for candidate in Switzerland and EU/EFTA. Professional as well as integration criteria are taken into consideration. A work permit can only be applied for by employer.

Indian students who have UG degree in relevant field from known institution or equivalent and have appeared for entrance exams such as GMAT and GRE are eligible to study MS in Switzerland. Students must also proof English langauge proficiency and work experience to get into program. 

Universities in Switzerland including ETH Zurich, EPFL, University of Geneva, University of Bern, and more offers various programs. International students can check the most popular programs to study MS in Switzerland below:

• Environmental science
• Mathematics
• Computer Science Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Finance
• Business

Tuition fees for Masters in Switzerland range between INR 1 L - INR 35 L. Students must make budget for extra expense. International students can check the tuition cost of popular universities below: