40 Best Science Programs in Switzerland

There are 40 Science programs in Switzerland, spread across 10 universities; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from ETH Zurich, EPFL and University of Zurich come first, because those universities rank highest.

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1Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Life Sciences Analytical Chemistry

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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2Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Life Sciences Analytical Chemistry

University of Applied Sciences Basel (FHBB ) — The Master of Science in Life Sciences – Analytical Chemistry focuses on understanding biological systems at the molecular level using modern analytical methods. Students...

Master's DegreeLevel

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

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Science

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3Master's Degree

Switzerland

Master in Life Sciences Analytical Chemistry

University of Applied Sciences Solothurn Northwestern Switzerland — The Master of Science in Life Sciences – Analytical Chemistry is a specialist program for understanding biological systems at the molecular level and using modern analyti...

Master's DegreeLevel

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

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Science

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4Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Chemie

ETH Zurich — The Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry at ETH Zurich prepares students for a comprehensive understanding of the principles and applications of chemistry. The course covers a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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5Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Chemie

ETH Zurich — The Bachelor's degree in Chemistry at ETH Zurich provides a solid foundation in the fundamentals of chemical sciences while encouraging analytical thinking and practical...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Chemistry

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6Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Erd- und Klimawissenschaften

ETH Zurich — The Bachelor's Degree in Earth and Climate Sciences at ETH Zurich provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the Earth’s systems, including the atmosphere, h...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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7Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Erd- und Klimawissenschaften

ETH Zurich — About the Bachelor's Degree in Earth and Climate SciencesThe Bachelor's Degree in Earth and Climate Sciences at ETH Zurich provides students with a comprehensive understa...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Environmental Science

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8Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Interdisziplinäre Naturwissenschaften

ETH Zurich — The Bachelor's Degree in Interdisziplinäre Naturwissenschaften at ETH Zurich is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of scientific principles a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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9Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Interdisziplinäre Naturwissenschaften

ETH Zurich — Overview of the Interdisziplinäre NaturwissenschaftenThe Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisziplinäre Naturwissenschaften at ETH Zurich invites students into the fascinating re...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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10Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Materialwissenschaft

ETH Zurich — The Bachelor's degree in Material Science at ETH Zurich provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the properties, structure, and performance of different ma...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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11Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Materialwissenschaft

ETH Zurich — Das Bachelorstudium in Materialwissenschaft an der ETH Zürich vermittelt den Studierenden umfassende Kenntnisse über die Struktur, Eigenschaften und Anwendung von Materia...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Materials Science

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12Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Mathematik

ETH Zurich — The Bachelor's degree in Mathematics at ETH Zurich provides a deep understanding of both the fundamental principles and the advanced theories needed in the world of mathe...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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13Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Mathematik

ETH Zurich — The Bachelor's degree in Mathematics at ETH Zurich provides a comprehensive foundation in mathematical theories, principles, and applications. The curriculum encompasses...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Mathematics

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14Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Physik

ETH Zurich — The Bachelor’s degree in Physics at ETH Zurich offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles of physics, integrating theoretical knowledge and practic...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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15Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Physik

ETH Zurich — The Bachelor’s Degree in Physics at ETH Zurich provides a solid foundation in the principles of physics and its applications in various fields. The curriculum encompasses...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Physics

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16Bachelor's Degree

QS World #7 #1 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Umweltnaturwissenschaften

ETH Zurich — The Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences (Umweltnaturwissenschaften) at ETH Zurich provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principle...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Environmental Science

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17Master's Degree

QS World #22 #3 in Switzerland Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

MA Mathematics

EPFL — MA Mathematics at EPFL (EDMA – Mathematics) is a doctoral program that supports mathematical research across pure and applied areas. Research topics include algebra, anal...

Master's DegreeLevel

—Duration

Mode

April, September, DecemberIntake

Science

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18Bachelor's Degree

QS World #100 #5 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Angewandte Wahrscheinlichkeit und Statistik

University of Zurich

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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19Bachelor's Degree

QS World #100 #5 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Chemie

University of Zurich

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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20Master's Degree

QS World #100 #5 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Chemistry

University of Zurich

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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21Bachelor's Degree

QS World #100 #5 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Computational Science

University of Zurich

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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22Bachelor's Degree

QS World #100 #5 in Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland

Mathematik

University of Zurich

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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23Bachelor's Degree

QS World #158 #8 in Switzerland Switzerland

Altertumswissenschaften

University of Basel

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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24Bachelor's Degree

QS World #158 #8 in Switzerland Switzerland

Chemie

University of Basel

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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How these courses are ranked

5 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #7 (ETH Zurich) to #212 (Université de Lausanne); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. ETH Zurich has the largest research record in this group, with 27,634,855 citations and an h-index of 1,175. 3 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 30 bachelor's and 10 master's. Within the subject, the largest areas are Science (34), Environmental Science (2), Chemistry (1) and Physics (1). The usual length is 4 years and 3 semesters (full‑time)/6 semesters (part‑time). 87% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (81% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (78% of courses with a stated intake). ETH Zurich offers the widest choice, with 13 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Science in Switzerland?

ETH Zurich (QS World #7), EPFL (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 Science in Switzerland?

Of those with published fees, ETH Zurich is the least expensive at about USD 1,600 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Science course take in Switzerland?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 3 semesters (full‑time)/6 semesters (part‑time) the next most common.

When do Science courses start in Switzerland?

Fall is the main intake — 81% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Science courses in Switzerland?

ETH Zurich, with 13, ahead of FHNW - Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz (8).

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