Entry requirements for Switzerland

Academic entry requirements will vary between courses. Please check the individual course page and use the equivalency tables below to work out the specific requirements for your course.

Undergraduate

Minimum entry requirements

  • International Baccalaureate, from 29 points. Please check individual course pages for more information.
  • Eidgenössisch anerkanntes kantonales Maturitätszeugnis

Equivalences

A-Level requirement                         Equivalency                            
AAA-
AAB5.0
ABB4.7
BBB4.5
BBC4.5
BCC4.2
CCC4

For standard requirements, GCSE equivalents will be met by passing relevant subjects in school leaving qualification (except English language, acceptance of which will be detailed below).

Please check the individual course listing for the bachelor degree requirement and use the equivalency table below to work out your specific requirement.

If you do not meet our minimum undergraduate requirements, you may still be able to apply for one of our foundation courses.

Postgraduate

Please check the individual course listing for the bachelor degree requirement and use the equivalency table below to work out your specific requirement. If you do not meet our minimum requirements you may still be able to apply for one of our Pre-Master’s courses.

Equivalences

Bachelor degree requirementEquivalent grading
2:1 (for direct entry)                                                   5/6 or 7/10                                                
2:2 (for direct entry)4/6 or 6/10
Pass grade (for a Pre-Master’s course)-

Additional information

Minimum English Language requirements

One of the following:

Equivalent academic qualifications can be accepted and we are happy to consider applicants on a case by case basis. Please contact our admissions team if you wish to discuss your specific qualifications.