University of Zurich International Summer School
The University of Zurich International Summer School offers you a unique study experience – learn from world-leading experts, interact with students from all over the world and build friendships that last a lifetime.
During the UZH International Summer Schools, students will get the best out of what the program has accumulated from student engagement and teaching formats over the last few years, combined with exciting and highly interactive in-person sessions and a comprehensive social program.
Make sure to apply sooner rather than later, as courses might close if they are booked out before the application deadline.
Fields of study
- Economics
- Finance
- Health
- Law
More information regarding specific courses available can be found on the host university website.
Credit equivalent
6 ECTS = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ Units upon successful completion of 6 ECTS (pending UQ faculty approval).
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experience team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Please review the host university webpage for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and application
All applicants must meet the UQ short-term experience eligibility criteria and the University of Zurich entry requirements.
Places and discounts are awarded on a rolling basis and programs may book out before the application deadline.
If you are intending to undertake your experience for-credit, it is strongly recommended that you submit your application to Global Experiences at least 4 weeks before applying to the host to allow sufficient time for Faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note however that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.
Cost
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad. The program fee is approximately $6,750 AUD, and includes tuition and accommodation. Discounts are awarded on a rolling basis, and programs may book out before the application deadline.
Detailed information regarding fees and inclusions can be found on the host university website.
Accommodation
Accommodation is included in the program cost. For more information regarding accommodation, please see the host university website.
Funding
Global Experiences Grants
When you submit your application for an experience, you are automatically considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.
OS-HELP Loan
You may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.
Student Testimonials
William - University of Zurich International Summer School
B Laws (Honours), Winter 2024
Huangjingjie - University of Zurich
B Business Management, Winter 2023
It also exposed me to cutting-edge research and real-world applications of blockchain technology.
Siyun - University of Zurich
B Business Management/B Commerce, Winter 2023
This allowed me to thrive in an unfamiliar academic setting and work effectively with diverse groups of people.
Jiaqi - University of Zurich
Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management, Winter 2023
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 14 April 2026
Host: 23 April 2026
Program Dates
Start: 30 June 2026
End: 21 July 2026
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study Abroad
Location: Zurich, Switzerland (In-person)
Credit: For-credit and Not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and Postgraduate
Global Experiences Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to register and attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.
OS-HELP Loan
If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student.
Application Deadlines
15 January for overseas study commencing March to August
15 March for overseas study commencing May to October
15 June for overseas study commencing August to January
15 September for overseas study commencing November to April
OS-HELP Loan application deadlines close before the Summer and Winter Short-Term Study application deadlines. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for deadline dates as late applications will not be accepted.
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.