The ZHAW is one of Switzerland's leading universities of applied sciences. Our university works application-oriented and scientifically in teaching, research, further education, services and consulting. The ZHAW is a member of the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZFH).

The Department of Life Sciences and Facility Management (LSFM) is located in Wädenswil on the left bank of Lake Zurich. It teaches and conducts research in the fields of environment, nutrition / food, health and society. The range of education and training includes six bachelor's degree programmes, three master's degree programmes and a broad continuing education programme. Around 1500 students are currently enrolled in Wädenswil.

A close cooperation with external clients ensures the transfer of knowledge and technology between university and practice. Our devices and equipment are state of the art. Modern laboratories, testing and production facilities enable competent processing of application-oriented research and development projects. You will profit from this in your studies!

Thanks to its unique location in the countryside, the university offers a stimulating teaching and learning atmosphere. In addition to studying, a variety of cultural and sporting leisure activities provide a balance. The small town of Wädenswil has good transport connections and is only 20 km from the economic and trendy metropolis of Zurich.

• Bachelor of Science ZFH in Biomedical laboratory diagnostics
  NEW from autumn 2022; with a share of 25% internships
• Bachelor of Science ZFH in Biotechnology
  Specialisation in Bioprocess Development and Bioengineering or Molecular, Micro- and Cell Biology 
• Bachelor of Science ZFH in Chemistry
  Specialisation in Chemistry or Biological Chemistry
• Bachelor of Science ZFH in Food Technology
  Specialisation in Food Management & Sustainability, Food Processing & Automation or Food Safety & Quality
• Bachelor of Science ZFH in Natural Resource Sciences
  Specialisation in Organic Agriculture and Horticulture, Renewable Energies and Ecological Engineering, Environmental Systems and Sustainable Development, Nature Management or Urban Ecosystems
• Bachelor of Science ZFH in Facility Management
  Specialisation in Real Estate, Building Systems, Workplace, Services and Events
• Practice-integrated programme in Chemistry or Biotechnology

The majority of classes in the Bachelor's programmes are taught in German, however the Bachelor in Natural Resource Sciences is partly taught in English.

As a visiting student, you need a language level of B2 in the language in which your programme is taught.

• Information for incoming and guest students

• Master of Science ZFH in Life Sciences
  Specialisation in Applied Computational Life Sciences, Food and Beverage Innovation, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology or Chemistry for the Life Sciences
• Master of Science ZFH in Environment and Natural Resources
  Main focus on Agrofoodsystems, Biodiversity & Ecosystems or Ecological Engineering
• Master of Science ZFH in Real Estate and Facility Management

The majority of classes in the Master's programmes are taught in English. As a visiting student, you need a language level of B2 in the language in which your programme is taught.

• Information for incoming and guest students