Foreign diplomas
In principle, a foreign diploma that entitles a student to continue his/her studies at a university in his or her own country also makes it possible for him/her to be admitted to the ZHW.
The applicant must submit proof of his/her studies.
He/she must also submit proof that he/she has at least one year’s professional experience in the field of his/her chosen study area.
In addition to the application form, the following documents must also be submitted:
- a notarized translation in German (in exceptional cases in English) of his/her most advanced diploma (which entitles him/her to university study), plus transcript.
- certification from his/her employer that he/she has worked at least one year in the field of his/her study area
- copies of recognized diplomas of studies in the German language (intermediate-level examination of the Goethe Institute or equivalent)
- curriculum vitae
The ZHW offers preparatory courses at the » Center for German as a foreign language for the intermediate-level examination of the Goethe Institute. (Information in German)
Residency permit
You must personally apply for a residency permit for study in Switzerland. You can obtain information at the Swiss Embassy in your country or at the » Migration Office of the Canton of Zurich