Master’s degree programmes
The ZHAW offers 20 Master’s degree courses. You can find detailed information about our degree courses under the links below, including instructions on how to apply. It is possible to apply for some courses online.
Master’s degree programmes
The best students are permitted to continue their studies in a Master’s degree programme in their specialist field, or to acquire additional qualifications in a related area. The programme generally lasts two years and students must have completed a Bachelor’s degree.
Students' performance is rated according to the ECTS system, in addition to receiving a grade. Students are required to gain 90 to 120 credits (depending on the programme).
Unless otherwise stated, the language of instruction is German. Certain modules are taught in English.
Students must have successfully completed a Bachelor’s degree in order to progress to a Master’s programme. Other conditions may also need to be met, depending on the degree programme. Further information is available from the contact person given under each degree programme.
Applied Linguistics
Applied Psychology
Applied Psychology (Information in German)
Architecture, Design and Civil Engineering
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering (Information in German)
Engineering
Health Sciences
Life Sciences und Facility Management
Management and Law
- Accounting and Controlling
- Banking and Finance (Programme in German and/or English)
- Business Administration – Major Enterprise Development
- Business Administration – Major Health Economics and Healthcare Management
- Business Administration – Major Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Business Administration – Major Marketing
- Business Administration – Major Public Management
- Business Information Technology
- Circular Economy Management
- International Business (Programme in English)
- Management and Law
Social Work
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Bachelor's degree programmes
Here you can find an overview of our Bachelor's degree courses.
Studies in the International Profile
Some Bachelor’s degree programmes can be completed in the International Profile stream.
Programmes in English
For an overview of degree programmes in English, please visit also our ZHAW International page.
Bachelor's degree programmes
Studies in the International Profile
Programmes in English
Here you can find an overview of our Bachelor's degree courses.
Some Bachelor’s degree programmes can be completed in the International Profile stream.
For an overview of degree programmes in English, please visit also our ZHAW International page.