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Study General Engineering in Switzerland 🇨🇭

Switzerland offers 45 General Engineering programs across 17 universities. Tuition ranges from $1k–$3k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

45 Programs
17 Universities
$1k–$3k/yr Tuition
100% STEM
27% Scholarships

Why Switzerland for General Engineering?

Living Cost

$22,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Switzerland →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (20) Master (16) PhD (9)

Top Universities for General Engineering in Switzerland

ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich

Zurich · National rank #1 · QS #7

Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor Doctoral Program in Mechanical Engineering · PhD Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology · PhD Civil Engineering · Bachelor Electrical Engineering and Information Technology · Bachelor Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering · PhD
Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW)

Winterthur · National rank #9 · QS #801

Data Science · Bachelor Engineering (MSE) · Master
Electrical Engineering · Bachelor Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor Engineering & Management · Bachelor Engineering (MSE) · Master Management Engineering · Bachelor Civil Engineering · Bachelor
Engineering (MSE) · Master
Master of Science in Engineering · Master
University of Applied Sciences Rapperswil

Rapperswil · National rank #21

PhD in Engineering Sciences · PhD Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) · Master
Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) · Master
University of Applied Sciences HTW Chur

Chur · National rank #35

Photonics · Bachelor Engineering · Master Engineering (MSE) · Master
Haute Ecole Arc

Neuchâtel · National rank #37

Bachelor of Science HES-SO in Engineering - Industrial Technologies · Bachelor Master of Science HES-SO in Engineering - Industrial Technologies · Master
Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) · Master Civil Engineering · Bachelor
PhD in Engineering Sciences · PhD Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) · Master
Civil Engineering · Bachelor Mechanical Engineering · Bachelor Wood Technology · Bachelor Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) · Master PhD in Engineering Sciences · PhD Electrical Engineering and Information Technology · Bachelor
PhD in Applied Sciences · PhD MSc in Engineering · Master
PhD in Applied Sciences · PhD Master of Science in Engineering · Master
MSc in Engineering · Master
Engineering · Master Applied Research in Engineering Sciences · PhD Energy Systems Engineering · Bachelor Electrical Engineering · Bachelor Civil Engineering · Bachelor
Diplom Techniker/-in HF (Higher Education Diploma in Technology) · Bachelor

All Programs

Photonics

University of Applied Sciences HTW Chur

Bachelor STEM

Engineering (MSE)

Scuola universitaria professionale della Svizzera italiana (SUPSI)

Master STEM Aid

Data Science

Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW)

Bachelor STEM Aid

Engineering (MSE)

Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW)

Master STEM Aid

Master of Science in Engineering (MSE)

Haute école d'ingénierie et de gestion du canton de Vaud (HEIG-VD)

Master STEM Aid

Electrical Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Bachelor STEM Aid

Mechanical Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Bachelor STEM Aid

Master of Science in Engineering (MSE)

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

Master STEM Aid

Civil Engineering

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

Bachelor STEM Aid

Engineering & Management

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Bachelor STEM Aid

Engineering (MSE)

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Master STEM Aid

Engineering

University of Applied Sciences HTW Chur

Master STEM

Bachelor of Science HES-SO in Engineering - Industrial Technologies

Haute Ecole Arc

Bachelor STEM

Mechanical Engineering

ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich

Bachelor STEM

Doctoral Program in Mechanical Engineering

ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich

PhD STEM

Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology

ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich

PhD STEM

PhD in Engineering Sciences

University of Applied Sciences Rapperswil

PhD STEM

PhD in Engineering Sciences

hepia - Haute école du paysage, d'ingénierie et d'architecture de Genève

PhD STEM

Master of Science in Engineering (MSE)

hepia - Haute école du paysage, d'ingénierie et d'architecture de Genève

Master STEM

Master of Science HES-SO in Engineering - Industrial Technologies

Haute Ecole Arc

Master STEM

Master of Science in Engineering (MSE)

University of Applied Sciences Rapperswil

Master STEM

Civil Engineering

Bern University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Mechanical Engineering

Bern University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Wood Technology

Bern University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Engineering (MSE)

Bern University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

PhD in Engineering Sciences

Bern University of Applied Sciences

PhD STEM

Master of Science in Engineering

Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts

Master STEM

PhD in Applied Sciences

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW

PhD STEM

MSc in Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW

Master STEM

Management Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Bachelor STEM Aid

PhD in Applied Sciences

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW)

PhD STEM

Master of Science in Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW)

Master STEM

MSc in Engineering

Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz FHNW

Master STEM

Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne

Master STEM

Applied Research in Engineering Sciences

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne

PhD STEM

Energy Systems Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne

Bachelor STEM

Electrical Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne

Bachelor STEM

Civil Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Lucerne

Bachelor STEM

Civil Engineering

ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich

Bachelor STEM

Engineering (MSE)

University of Applied Sciences HTW Chur

Master STEM

Electrical Engineering and Information Technology

ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich

Bachelor STEM

Civil Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland

Bachelor STEM Aid

Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering

ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich

PhD STEM

Diplom Techniker/-in HF (Higher Education Diploma in Technology)

Akademie St.Gallen

Bachelor STEM

Electrical Engineering and Information Technology

Bern University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study General Engineering in Switzerland?
Tuition for General Engineering programs in Switzerland ranges from $1k–$3k/yr. 27% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $22k.
What are the English language requirements for General Engineering in Switzerland?
English-taught General Engineering programs in Switzerland typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many General Engineering programs are in Switzerland?
Abroadly lists 45 General Engineering programs at 17 universities across Switzerland. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are General Engineering programs in Switzerland STEM-designated?
100% of General Engineering 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 General Engineering students?
Switzerland is a strong choice for General Engineering with 17 universities offering these programs. The primary language is German/French, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for General Engineering in Switzerland?
In Switzerland, General Engineering programs are offered at: Bachelor (20 programs), Master (16 programs), PhD (9 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.