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1 Best Architecture Bachelor's Universities in Switzerland 2026

This page ranks Bachelor’s options in Arts, Design & Architecture in Switzerland for 2026. It is for applicants comparing study paths, locations, and published tuition before choosing where to apply.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

1 university · ranked best first

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ET ETH Zurich logo

ETH Zurich

Zurich, Switzerland · Public University

★ 78 QS World #7 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CHF 1,000 – CHF 1,500/yr
Founded
1855

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Architecture?▾

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include ETH Zurich. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Architecture cost abroad?▾

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Architecture abroad?▾

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?▾

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Architecture at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Architecture at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A Bachelor’s degree in this field usually suits applicants who want an undergraduate route into creative practice, design, architecture, or related applied study. The options span public universities and applied sciences providers, so the right choice depends on whether you want a more academic route or a practice-focused one.

The list includes providers in Zurich and elsewhere in Switzerland. Two Zurich universities have published tuition figures: ETH Zurich at CHF 1,000 minimum and the University of Zurich at CHF 1,500 minimum. For the other institutions, tuition is not published in the facts provided, so confirm the cost directly before applying.

Before you apply, verify the exact programme title, language of instruction, admission requirements, tuition, and any portfolio or entrance steps. You should also check which campus and city your chosen programme is based in, because several institutions are named without location details in the facts.