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UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES AND ARTS NETWORK

HES-SO

A network of specialist schools offering applied studies across western Switzerland.

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THE STUDY ENVIRONMENT

A closer look.

HES-SO brings together schools across western Switzerland in six fields: business, engineering and architecture, design and visual arts, health, social work, and music and performing arts. This profile covers the network; a shortlist should identify the specific member school, programme and location.

Fields to explore

  • Business & management
  • Engineering & architecture
  • Art & design
  • Health
  • Social work
  • Music

Selected programmes

A starting selection to explore with your family.

What to consider before applying

Our starting points when assessing this option with your family.

  • Choose a member school and programme, rather than applying to the network as a single campus.
  • Review practical experience, portfolio, audition or aptitude requirements where applicable.
  • Confirm teaching language and the recognition of the prior qualification with that school.

Official information

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Sources checked 1 October 2026. This profile is an overview; programme availability and admission conditions can change.

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    Applied degrees across central Switzerland, with selected programmes taught entirely in English.

    Business, tourism, engineering, computing, design & music

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