by DEC Education
Switzerland is regarded around the world as a fairy-tale country - an almost ideal, steady and laid back place, where everyone can enjoy a rich and care-free life. In the country of the most accurate watches and most reliable banks, nobody seems to ever be in a hurry.
People on the balconies sip cups of delicious coffee slowly and admire the breath-taking views of crystal-clear lakes and peaceful mountains. The daily menu usually includes the legendary Swiss cheese. Indeed, one can think that this country is meant solely for a life of absolute comfort and heavenly leisure. But, was it always this way?
High-performance study environment with industry connections
The Swiss economic miracle is based on the intensive development of country’s intellectual potential, to which the authorities gave special consideration. As a result, the Swiss higher education system received important state support as a strategic area, and over the centuries, the best academic traditions and standards of education have formed and consolidated. This resulted in the high development and international success of industries that contribute to the country’s prosperity, including:
- Fine mechanics
Student support and inclusion
Switzerland created all necessary facilities and conditions for the talented youth, encouraging the inclusion of students from all over the world, to fulfil their potential and contribute to the prosperity of the country. Foreign students are attracted by the many opportunities to study in different languages, but also by the practical nature of the educational system. Many university professors, as well as the majority of students take part in all kinds of research activities, provided by a wide range of international PhD programmes available in Switzerland.
The past and present of Swiss higher education system
The first university in Switzerland was founded in 1460, in the city of Basel, where the medicine faculty was founded. Nowadays, the Swiss higher education system is rightfully considered one of the most flexible and diverse in the world. Academic programmes are provided in four languages: French, German, Italian and English. The development of private schools and universities is also strongly supported.
Today, joint regulations of higher education by the local and central authorities have been put in place to support the performance of universities in Switzerland. Mini-systems of education of each of the 26 cantons differ, while at the same time follow accepted nation-wide standards and international requirements of the Bologna education system. Therefore, higher education in Switzerland offers three academic stages of education – Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD degree courses. There are over 12 state universities in Switzerland, including two federal institutes of technology.
The contribution of the private educational sector
Prestigious private higher education establishments hold a special place in the country. These educational establishments are the reason Switzerland can rightfully be named the Mecca of education in the field of international hospitality. It is a stand-alone world of exquisiteness and charm where you develop a good taste and learn how to work according to the highest standards of service.
Students live in the actual hotel and dine at the restaurant; they absorb all the intricacies of the world of comfort and hospitality and practice their event-management, resort and spa centre management skills. These prestigious private schools provide ultra-modern facilities and offer Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs as well as relevant international diplomas. One of the largest group of Swiss specialized schools in the field of international hospitality is Swiss Education Group.
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