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Masters in Computer Science in Switzerland
A master's in Computer Science deepens your foundation in algorithms, systems and software, with electives in AI, machine learning, cloud and security. Here is how studying it in Switzerland works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- 3 universities compared
- From ₹60 lakh – ₹63 lakh
- Intakes: September (main)
- Post-study work
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Masters in Computer Science in Switzerland: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Computer Science in Switzerland usually takes 1–2 years. On our list, 3 universities offer it, with total costs from ₹60 lakh – ₹63 lakh (ETH Zurich) to ₹63 lakh – ₹71 lakh (EPFL). After graduating: up to 6 months to look for a job after graduation.
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Masters in Computer Science in Switzerland at a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ CHF 1,000 – 4,500 per year at public universities; private hotel schools much higher
- Living costs
- ≈ CHF 1,800 – 2,500 per month
- Typical budget
- ₹22–40 lakh per year
- Intakes
- September (main), February (selected programs)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
- Post-study work
- Up to 6 months to look for a job after graduation
Overview
Why study Computer Science in Switzerland?
A master's in Computer Science deepens your foundation in algorithms, systems and software, with electives in AI, machine learning, cloud and security.
Switzerland offers globally top-ranked ETH Zurich and EPFL, world-famous hospitality and hotel-management schools and low tuition at public universities.
Universities
Universities for Computer Science in Switzerland
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Specialisations
Popular Computer Science specialisations
Software Engineering
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Switzerland.
Distributed & Cloud Systems
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Switzerland.
Cyber Security
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Switzerland.
Human-Computer Interaction
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Switzerland.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: B.Tech/BE in CSE, IT or ECE
- Bachelor's: B.Sc/BCA with strong maths (for some universities)
- Bachelor's: Other engineering branches with programming coursework
- Prerequisite: Data structures and algorithms
- Prerequisite: Discrete maths / linear algebra
- Prerequisite: At least one programming language
- English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
Careers
Careers after Computer Science in Switzerland
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Switzerland offers globally top-ranked ETH Zurich and EPFL. Typical roles afterwards include Software Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer and Cloud / DevOps Engineer.
On our list: ETH Zurich, UZH and EPFL.
From ₹60 lakh – ₹63 lakh at ETH Zurich up to ₹63 lakh – ₹71 lakh, including living and one-time costs.
Most universities accept b.Tech/BE in CSE, IT or ECE, b.Sc/BCA with strong maths (for some universities) and other engineering branches with programming coursework, with data structures and algorithms, discrete maths / linear algebra and at least one programming language, plus IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university.
Up to 6 months to look for a job after graduation. During your studies: up to 15 hours a week during term (after the first 6 months); full-time in holidays.
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