School of Applied Linguistics
Language matters: we investigate the key role played by language and communication, enabling practitioners and society at large to reap practical benefits from linguistics.
School of Applied Psychology
We use scientific methods to clarify psychological problems in the field of applied psychology. Individuals and companies can utilise our findings in their living and working environments.
School of Architecture, Design and Civil Engineering
Our degree and continuing education programmes have close connections with research, thus providing synergies between architects and civil engineers.
School of Health Sciences
We are the largest training and research centre in Switzerland for occupational therapy, midwifery, nursing and physiotherapy, as well as for research and development in these fields.
School of Life Sciences and Facility Management
We are one of the leading Swiss competence centres in the fields of nutrition, health, society and the environment.
School of Engineering
We guarantee excellent degree and continuing education programmes in engineering disciplines. Key R&D focus areas are energy, mobility, information and health.
School of Management and Law
"Building Competence. Crossing Borders." – that’s our credo. It reflects our global mindset and our commitment to quality education, research, and consulting.
School of Social Work
We offer Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes in social work, as well as continuing education courses, services and research in our focus areas.
09.10.25 – 11.12.25
Webinars offered from PRME Fall 2025
26.11.25
Sustainability Science Forum: Ensuring a just transition towards a net zero society
How can the transition be organised in such a way that it is fair, widely accepted by society and economically feasible?
02.12.25
Sustainable University Day 2025
Navigating the demanding sustainability landscape in higher education
04.12.25
Sustainability Safari at EVUlution
Take part in the ZHAW Sustainability Safari on the 4th December 2025 and find out how EVUlution is revolutionising grid management for energy suppliers with innovative solutions - and what you can learn from their journey.