Life on campus
Studying and living in Wädenswil.
Campus Grüental - Campus Reidbach
The university provides cutting-edge laboratories and technology facilities. This creates a stimulation teaching and learning environment in a magnificent setting.
The university community of Wädenswil has ample facilities and a lively small-town feel. Study at a place idyllically situated on the left bank of the Lake of Zurich.
You’ll enjoy breath-taking views over the lake and the Alps, as well as a friendly atmosphere on a campus with plenty of green space.
Mensa and self-catering
Enjoy the fine fare prepared by Michael Krauer and his team for ZHAW employees, students and visitors. Enjoy meals and snacks, all at student-friendly prices. Microwaves are available for those who prefer to bring their own food.
Of course we provide free WiFi for our guests.
Culture and art
After-hours programme
A wide range of leisure activities in art, sports an languages – most of them free of charge – are available to help you achieve a good study/life balance.
ZHAW employees are also welcome to attend (depending on the number of participants).
Thinking in the Forum
The forum offers the opportunity to look beyond the fence of the specialist field and to think about current issues. Prominent persons from the fields of culture, business, politics and science are invited to attend. The forums are public - all interested parties are invited.
Art on the campus
The art team organizes two to three public exhibitions a year, enabling the students as well as employees and guests an insight into contemporary art. Drop by and be inspired!
Cultural expedition
A three-day expedition to a foreign city is organised for second-semester students every year. Previous destinations include Munich, Turin, Strasburg and Heidelberg.
Start-up
Take the plunge into self-employement after your studies! The Wädenswil founder organisation, grow, is located in the immediate vicinity of the ZHAW in Wädenswil. In addition to its infrastructure, grow offers specialist know-how exchange and assistance in the initial phase of a start-up.
The study app
The ZHAW Life Sciences and Facility Management app is designed for students, lecturers, employees and visitors. It answers your questions around the study programmes and the Wädenswil campus.
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