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Studying at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences ZHAW

The School of Life Sciences and Facility Management is located on an attractive campus on the left shore of the Lake of Zurich in Wädenswil. The ZHAW is one of the largest and most productive multidisciplinary universities of applied sciences in Switzerland.

 

The ZHAW is a member of the Zurich Universities of Applied Sciences and Arts (ZFH).

Degree programmes

  • Bachelor’s degree programmes

    Learn for the future: A Bachelor’s degree programme in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Food Technology, Natural Resource Sciences or Facilities Management provides you with up-to-date, thorough knowledge of health, nutrition, the environment and society. During your studies, you gain a practical preparation for the exciting challenges in these growing industries.  
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  • Master’s degree programmes

    Build your career: A consecutive Master's degree in Life Sciences and Facility Management prepares you for a demanding professional or managerial position. With a Master's degree you can specialise in a chosen field, work on research projects independently, and enhance your command of scientific working methods and skills. 
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Alltag auf dem Campus: Mittagspause im Garten, Unterricht im Klassenzimmer, Blick auf den Campus Grüental und Studentin im Labor.

Studying with a practical orientation

The School of Life Sciences and Facility Management carries out applied research and development in cooperation with other research institutes and industry, and offers a range of services to third parties. This close cooperation, producing a steady transfer of knowledge between practice and education, provides long-term momentum for teaching and training.

Studying in Wädenswil

Wädenswil’s manageable number of students allows for individual attention from lecturers and assistants. The university has state-of-the-art laboratories and technological facilities and, thanks to its unique location in attractive surroundings, provides a stimulating teaching and learning environment.


A variety of cultural and sports activities ensure a healthy balance between studies and relaxation. The small town of Wädenswil has excellent transportation links and is located only 20 km away from Zurich, a city famous for setting trends in business and culture. The excellent quality of life enjoyed by students in Wädenswil is due to its unique location on the Lake of Zurich and its proximity to recreational areas.

Contact

Registrar's office

Tel. +41 58 934 59 61

E-mail: studiensekretariat.lsfm(at)zhaw.ch

 

Campus Grüental

Mon - Fri: 9 am - 1 pm

Campus Reidbach

Mon - Thu: 8 am - noon, 2 pm - 4 pm