301 Best Master's Programs in Switzerland

There are 301 Master's programs in Switzerland, spread across 35 universities; the most common length is 1–2 years. The list starts with courses at EPFL, EPFL - EPF Lausanne and University of Zurich.

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1Master's Degree

Switzerland

Graduate Diploma in International Culinary Arts

International Hotel Management Institute — The Graduate Diploma in International Culinary Arts at International Hotel Management Institute is a six-month programme focused on practical culinary skills and a theore...

Master's DegreeLevel

six-month diplomaDuration

Full TimeMode

FebruaryAugustIntake

Hospitality & Tourism

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2Master's Degree

Switzerland

Graduate Diploma in International Hospitality Management

Les Roches International School of Hotel Management — The Graduate Diploma in International Hospitality Management at Les Roches International School of Hotel Management is designed as a fastest route into hospitality manage...

Master's DegreeLevel

1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

SeptemberIntake

Business & Management

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3Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Building Technologies

University of Applied Sciences Aargau — The Master in Building Technologies is a Master of Science in Engineering with a specialization in Building Technologies. Students deepen knowledge about the building env...

Master's DegreeLevel

Full-time in three semesters or part-time with a correspondiDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Built Environment

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4Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Building Technologies

University of Applied Sciences Basel (FHBB ) — The Master in Building Technologies (MSE, Profile Building Technologies) is a Master of Science in Engineering with a specialisation in Building Technologies. It focuses...

Master's DegreeLevel

Full-time in three semesters or part-time over a correspondiDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Built Environment

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5Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Building Technologies

University of Applied Sciences Solothurn Northwestern Switzerland — The Master in Building Technologies is a Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) with a specialisation in Building Technologies at the University of Applied Sciences Solot...

Master's DegreeLevel

Full-time in three semesters or part-time with a correspondiDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Built Environment

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6Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Business Information Systems

University of Applied Sciences Aargau — The Master of Science in Business Information Systems (90 ECTS) builds a profile for using information systems and AI in business. It combines core modules, specialisatio...

Master's DegreeLevel

1.5 to 2.5 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

February or SeptemberIntake

Computer Science & IT

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7Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Business Information Systems

University of Applied Sciences Basel (FHBB ) — The Master of Science in Business Information Systems (FHNW) helps students connect business strategy with information systems and AI. The program includes core modules,...

Master's DegreeLevel

1.5 to 2.5 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

February or SeptemberIntake

Computer Science & IT

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8Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Business Information Systems

University of Applied Sciences Solothurn Northwestern Switzerland — The MSc in Business Information Systems (Master of Science) helps students connect business strategy with information technology and AI. The program has three specializat...

Master's DegreeLevel

1.5 to 2.5 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

February or SeptemberIntake

Computer Science & IT

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9Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Civil Engineering

University of Applied Sciences Aargau — The Master in Civil Engineering at the University of Applied Sciences Aargau (FHNW), awards a Master of Science FHNW in Engineering with a specialisation in Civil Enginee...

Master's DegreeLevel

Full time: 3 semesters. Part time: 5 semesters.Duration

Full TimeMode

KW 8 and KW 38Intake

Engineering

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10Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Civil Engineering

University of Applied Sciences Basel (FHBB ) — The Master in Civil Engineering (MSE) is a Master of Science FHNW in Engineering with a specialization in Civil Engineering. Students deepen knowledge in a chosen core di...

Master's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 3 semesters. Part-time: 5 semesters.Duration

Full TimeMode

KW 8 and KW 38 (2 starts per year)Intake

Engineering

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11Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Civil Engineering

University of Applied Sciences Solothurn Northwestern Switzerland — The Master in Civil Engineering (MSE – Civil Engineering) leads to a Master of Science FHNW in Engineering with a specialization in Civil Engineering. Students deepen kno...

Master's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 3 semesters; Part-time: 5 semestersDuration

Full TimeMode

KW 8 and KW 38Intake

Engineering

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12Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Finance

University of Applied Sciences Aargau — The University of Applied Sciences Aargau offers a Master in Finance with a Master of Science in Finance award. Students build knowledge in four areas: finance markets (g...

Master's DegreeLevel

3 semesters (Fast Track) or 5 semesters (Work & Study)Duration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Professional Accounting & Finance

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13Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Finance

University of Applied Sciences Basel (FHBB ) — The Master in Finance at University of Applied Sciences Basel (FHBB) leads to a Master of Science in Finance. Students complete at least 90 ECTS points, with at least 60...

Master's DegreeLevel

3 semesters (Fast Track+) or 5 semesters (Work&Study)Duration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Professional Accounting & Finance

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14Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Finance

University of Applied Sciences Solothurn Northwestern Switzerland — The Master in Finance at University of Applied Sciences Solothurn Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW) leads to a Master of Science in Finance. The programme requires at least...

Master's DegreeLevel

1.5 years / 3 semesters (Fast Track) or 2.5 years / 5 semestDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Professional Accounting & Finance

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15Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Geomatics

University of Applied Sciences Aargau — The Master of Science in Engineering MSE, Profil Geomatics is a part of the University of Applied Sciences Aargau (FHNW) and focuses on geodata, surveying, and cartograph...

Master's DegreeLevel

3 semesters, for part-time correspondingly longerDuration

Full TimeMode

Spring (February) and Autumn (September)Intake

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16Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Geomatics

University of Applied Sciences Basel (FHBB ) — The Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) with the profile Geomatics is a part of the Engineering MSE program. It focuses on geodata, surveying, and cartography. The pro...

Master's DegreeLevel

3 semesters; in part-time, the duration is longer accordinglDuration

Full TimeMode

February and SeptemberIntake

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17Master's Degree

Switzerland

University of Applied Sciences Aargau — The Master of Science in Life Sciences – Analytical Chemistry focuses on in-depth knowledge of modern analytical methods and how they are used to investigate biological s...

Master's DegreeLevel

3 semesters (full‑time)/6 semesters (part‑time)Duration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Science

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How these courses are ranked

6 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #22 (EPFL) to #473 (Universita della Svizzera Italiana); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Zurich has the largest research record in this group, with 23,416,659 citations and an h-index of 1,137. 6 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

The most common subjects are Business & Management (64), Medicine & Health Sciences (25), Computer Science & IT (24) and Engineering (20). The usual length is 1–2 years and 3 semesters (full-time) / 6 semesters (part-time). 92% are full-time and 5 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Spring (68% of courses with a stated intake) and Fall (64% of courses with a stated intake). FHNW - Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz offers the widest choice, with 62 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Switzerland for Master's?

EPFL (QS World #22), EPFL - EPF Lausanne (QS World #22) and University of Zurich (QS World #100) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's in Switzerland?

Of those with published fees, University of Geneva is the least expensive at about USD 1,200 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's course take in Switzerland?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 3 semesters (full-time) / 6 semesters (part-time) the next most common.

When do Master's courses start in Switzerland?

Spring is the main intake — 68% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Fall is the second.

Can I study Master's online with a university in Switzerland?

5 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's courses in Switzerland?

FHNW - Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz, with 62, ahead of University of Applied Sciences Solothurn Northwestern Switzerland (28).

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