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Study Computer Science & Engineering in Switzerland

Computer science and computer engineering cover software development, algorithms, data, networks, hardware and artificial intelligence – one of the most sought-after fields of study worldwide.

  • 24 programmes
  • 14 institutions
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  1. Diploma

    Graduate Diploma in Computer Science

    Victoria University 🇨🇭 Melbourne, Switzerland

  2. Master

    Master of Science (Computer Science)

    Victoria University 🇨🇭 Melbourne, Switzerland

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Study Computer Science & Engineering in Switzerland – facts and figures

In Switzerland, 14 universities and colleges offer 24 Computer Science & Engineering programmes: 7 Bachelor, 10 Master and 3 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Lausanne, Melbourne, Geneva and Lugano. Institutions with the widest choice: Victoria University, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Lausanne and Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL).

Degrees in Computer Science & Engineering

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Computer Science & Engineering builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Computer Science & Engineering, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Computer Science & Engineering programmes?

The directory lists 24 Computer Science & Engineering programmes at 14 institutions in Switzerland. Popular cities include Lausanne, Melbourne and Geneva.

How long does it take to study Computer Science & Engineering?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Computer Science & Engineering programmes in Switzerland?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Victoria University, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Lausanne, Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), University of Geneva and Hochschule Luzern.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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