Prerequisites and preparations

Here you will find the prerequisites of the Student Exchange Office for exchange studies. This page also explains what is necessary for successful preparation and what you should pay attention to during and after the exchange.

Conditions

  • one or two semesters for courses and  if indicated  research work (on request)
  • In most degree programmes, it is possible to conduct Bachelor's, Master's, and other projects abroad with the agreement of the supervising institute.
  • Master's degree students must hold a Bachelor's degree from ETH. Departments may make exceptions for Bachelor's degrees from EPFL or the University of Zurich.
  • Conducting a Master's thesis abroad is another possible exception: Depending on the department, this is possible without a Bachelor's degree from ETH.
  • Consult your department on this early in the process.
  • Average grade: see above

Preparation of decision & mobility

at least 1 year in advance

Contact your host university early for information on support options and procedures. This is particularly important concerning study conditions, examination arrangements, and housing.

Swiss-​European Mobility Programme (SEMP)  

Participants with special needs can apply to Movetia through their university for additional financial means to cover part of any additional costs that may arise during their exchange studies due to their impairment. Contact the Student Exchange Office at least four months before your exchange when you would like to submit a corresponding application.

During & after the exchange

The partner university grants definitive admission after your nomination by the Student Exchange Office. Sometimes, the admission announcement will come relatively late. Partner universities reserve the right to refuse students (very rare).

During your exchange, you remain matriculated at ETH. Enrol in myStudies yourself regularly. Your status will be "mobility studies". Do not enter leave of absence.

  • You continue to pay tuition and other fees at ETH. You must pay the semester bill even when you are away on an exchange.
  • The partner university waives tuition fees.

On request, most host universities will help students to find accommodation. For information on procedures and deadlines, contact the host university directly.

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