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Study Fine & Applied Arts in Switzerland 🇨🇭

Switzerland offers 60 Fine & Applied Arts programs across 15 universities. Tuition ranges from $1k–$3k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students. 60% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid — one of the higher rates globally for Fine & Applied Arts.

60 Programs
15 Universities
$1k–$3k/yr Tuition
3% STEM
60% Scholarships

Why Switzerland for Fine & Applied Arts?

Living Cost

$22,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Master (29) Bachelor (24) PhD (3) Diploma (3) Certificate (1)

Top Universities for Fine & Applied Arts in Switzerland

Industrial Design · Bachelor Foundation Year (Propédeutique) · Certificate Photography · Master Master in Fine Arts · Master Bachelor in Fine Arts · Bachelor Graphic Design · Bachelor Type Design · Master Fine Arts · Master Product Design · Master
Fine Arts · Bachelor
Interior Architecture · Bachelor Conservation-Restoration · Master Interaction Design · Master Conservation · Bachelor Visual Communication · Bachelor
Arts visuels · Bachelor Communication visuelle · Bachelor Arts visuels (CCC/TRANS/WORK) · Master Design (Media/Fashion/Space) · Master
Visual Communication · Bachelor Interaction Design · Master Interior Design · Bachelor Conservation-Restoration · Master Conservation · Bachelor
Master of Arts in Fine Arts · Master Bachelor of Arts in Design · Bachelor
BA Illustration · Bachelor PhD in Art and Design (Partnership with EPFL/EDAR) · PhD BA Fine Arts · Bachelor
Interior Design · Bachelor Visual Communication · Bachelor Interaction Design · Master
Bachelor in Fine Arts · Bachelor Propédeutique Art & Design · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts · Bachelor Master of Arts in Public Spheres · Master
Trends & Identity · Master Cast/Audiovisual Media · Master Visual Communication · Master Game Design · Master PhD in Design · PhD Knowledge Visualization · Master Transdisciplinary Studies in the Arts · Master Fine Arts · Master Industrial Design · Master Interaction Design · Master
Interaction Design HF · Diploma Visuelle Gestaltung HF · Diploma Produktdesign HF · Diploma
Master of Arts in Music Pedagogy · Master Master of Arts in Applied Arts · Master
Master of Arts in Fine Arts · Master Bachelor of Arts in Design · Bachelor
Art & Design · Bachelor Design · Master Music · Bachelor Music Pedagogy · Master Applied Research in Arts and Design · PhD
Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts · Bachelor Master of Arts in Visual Arts · Master

All Programs

Arts visuels

University of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland (HES-SO)

Bachelor Aid

Communication visuelle

University of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland (HES-SO)

Bachelor Aid

Industrial Design

Haute école d'art et de design de Lausanne (ECAL)

Bachelor Aid

Visual Communication

Scuola universitaria professionale della Svizzera italiana (SUPSI)

Bachelor Aid

Interaction Design

Scuola universitaria professionale della Svizzera italiana (SUPSI)

Master STEM Aid

Interior Design

Scuola universitaria professionale della Svizzera italiana (SUPSI)

Bachelor Aid

Conservation-Restoration

Scuola universitaria professionale della Svizzera italiana (SUPSI)

Master Aid

Interior Architecture

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Bachelor Aid

Conservation-Restoration

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Master Aid

Interaction Design

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Master Aid

BA Illustration

Haute école d'art et de design Genève (HEAD)

Bachelor Aid

PhD in Art and Design (Partnership with EPFL/EDAR)

Haute école d'art et de design Genève (HEAD)

PhD Aid

Interior Design

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI)

Bachelor Aid

Bachelor in Fine Arts

Haute école d'art du Valais (ECAV)

Bachelor

Propédeutique Art & Design

Haute école d'art du Valais (ECAV)

Bachelor

Visual Communication

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI)

Bachelor Aid

Interaction Design

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI)

Master STEM Aid

Foundation Year (Propédeutique)

Haute école d'art et de design de Lausanne (ECAL)

Certificate Aid

Photography

Haute école d'art et de design de Lausanne (ECAL)

Master Aid

Master in Fine Arts

Haute école d'art et de design de Lausanne (ECAL)

Master

Bachelor in Fine Arts

Haute école d'art et de design de Lausanne (ECAL)

Bachelor

Conservation

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Bachelor Aid

Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts

Haute école d'art du Valais (ECAV)

Bachelor

Graphic Design

Haute école d'art et de design de Lausanne (ECAL)

Bachelor Aid

Fine Arts

FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland

Bachelor

Type Design

Haute école d'art et de design de Lausanne (ECAL)

Master Aid

Fine Arts

Haute école d'art et de design de Lausanne (ECAL)

Master Aid

Trends & Identity

Designschule Zurich

Master Aid

Cast/Audiovisual Media

Designschule Zurich

Master Aid

Visual Communication

Designschule Zurich

Master Aid

Game Design

Designschule Zurich

Master Aid

PhD in Design

Designschule Zurich

PhD

Knowledge Visualization

Designschule Zurich

Master Aid

Transdisciplinary Studies in the Arts

Designschule Zurich

Master Aid

Fine Arts

Designschule Zurich

Master Aid

Industrial Design

Designschule Zurich

Master Aid

Interaction Design HF

Hokuspokus Schule für Gestaltung

Diploma

Visuelle Gestaltung HF

Hokuspokus Schule für Gestaltung

Diploma

Master of Arts in Music Pedagogy

Bern University of Applied Sciences

Master

Master of Arts in Applied Arts

Bern University of Applied Sciences

Master

Master of Arts in Fine Arts

Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts

Master

Bachelor of Arts in Design

Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts

Bachelor

Master of Arts in Fine Arts

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW)

Master

Bachelor of Arts in Design

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW)

Bachelor

Art & Design

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne

Bachelor

Design

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne

Master

Music

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne

Bachelor

Music Pedagogy

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne

Master

Applied Research in Arts and Design

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne

PhD

Arts visuels (CCC/TRANS/WORK)

University of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland (HES-SO)

Master Aid

Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts

Haute École d'Art et de Design (HEAD)

Bachelor

Visual Communication

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Bachelor Aid

BA Fine Arts

Haute école d'art et de design Genève (HEAD)

Bachelor Aid

Produktdesign HF

Hokuspokus Schule für Gestaltung

Diploma

Design (Media/Fashion/Space)

University of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland (HES-SO)

Master Aid

Master of Arts in Visual Arts

Haute École d'Art et de Design (HEAD)

Master

Product Design

Haute école d'art et de design de Lausanne (ECAL)

Master Aid

Interaction Design

Designschule Zurich

Master Aid

Conservation

Scuola universitaria professionale della Svizzera italiana (SUPSI)

Bachelor Aid

Master of Arts in Public Spheres

Haute école d'art du Valais (ECAV)

Master

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Fine & Applied Arts in Switzerland?
Tuition for Fine & Applied Arts programs in Switzerland ranges from $1k–$3k/yr. 60% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $22k.
What are the English language requirements for Fine & Applied Arts in Switzerland?
English-taught Fine & Applied Arts programs in Switzerland typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Fine & Applied Arts programs are in Switzerland?
Abroadly lists 60 Fine & Applied Arts programs at 15 universities across Switzerland. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Fine & Applied Arts programs in Switzerland STEM-designated?
3% of Fine & Applied Arts programs in Switzerland carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Switzerland a good country for Fine & Applied Arts students?
Switzerland is a strong choice for Fine & Applied Arts with 15 universities offering these programs. The primary language is German/French, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Fine & Applied Arts in Switzerland?
In Switzerland, Fine & Applied Arts programs are offered at: Bachelor (24 programs), Master (29 programs), PhD (3 programs), Certificate (1 programs), Diploma (3 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.