University of Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland · QS World Rank #100
Living cost in Zurich: CHF 2,000–2,200/mo official source
Living cost in Switzerland: CHF 21,000/yr official source
English requirements
What this university states for taught postgraduate entry, across every test it accepts. Individual programmes can ask for more — the table below shows a programme's own score where we have verified it.
| Test | Overall | Min per section |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 7 | 6.5 |
| TOEFL(0-120 scale) | 100 | 25 |
University-wide C1 language requirement for Master's admission; TOEFL figure is the pre-21-Jan-2026 scale (Speaking 25 / Writing 26) · official source
Verified programmes (5)
Master's programmes at this university that we have verified against its official pages — the field each maps to, and a direct link to the official course page.
| Programme | Field | Length | Tuition (intl) | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice | International Development, Sustainability Science, Social Policy | 24 moIntake: Sep | CHF 1,640/yr | See official page |
| Master of Arts in Economics | Development Economics, Public Policy | 24 moIntake: Sep | CHF 1,640/yr | See official page |
| Master of Science UZH ETH in Quantitative Finance (joint with ETH Zurich) | Quantitative Finance | 18 moIntake: Sep | CHF 1,740/yr | See official page |
| Master of Science in Biostatistics | Health Informatics, Epidemiology and Health Data Science | See official pageIntake: Sep | CHF 1,640/yr | See official page |
| Master of Science in Quantitative Finance | Digital Finance, Quantitative Finance | See official pageIntake: Sep | CHF 1,640/yr | See official page |
Scholarships that fund study here
Schemes whose verified destinations include this country. Check each scheme's rules for your programme and nationality.
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What master's programmes does University of Zurich offer?
We have verified 5 master's programmes at University of Zurich against its official pages, concentrated in International Development, Sustainability Science, Social Policy, Development Economics, Public Policy.
How much is international tuition at University of Zurich?
Across the programmes we verified, international tuition is about CHF 1,640–1,740. It varies by programme — confirm on the official course page.
What IELTS score does University of Zurich require?
University of Zurich's university-wide minimum for taught master's entry is IELTS 7 (TOEFL and others also accepted). Individual programmes can require more.
How much does it cost to live in Zurich as a student?
Student living costs in Zurich are around CHF 2,000–2,200/mo (official source).
Are there scholarships to study at University of Zurich?
Yes. Scholarships that fund study in Switzerland include: Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships.
Programme names and tuition are verified against official pages and dated in our database; nothing here is a paid placement. Confirm current details on the official course page before applying.