Advice and Services on Choosing What to Study

Have you already got one or more favorite subjects and you’re finding it hard to make a decision? Or would you like more information? UZH offers various options to help you figure out what to study.

Do you have specific questions about individual study programs? For this purpose, the faculties and departments/institutes have their own study program advisory services. You can find the direct link to the advisory services directly on the page of the respective study program, or using the overview of the faculties below:

Faculty of Theology and the Study of Religion (in German)
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Business, Economics and Informatics
Faculty of Medicine (in German)
Vetsuisse Faculty (in German)
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Faculty of Science

Are you having trouble deciding, having second thoughts about your choice, or looking at switching study programs? Student Advisory Services at the University of Zurich can help you with general (not faculty or subject-related) questions.

Drop-Ins for Prospective Students

On the first Tuesday of each month, UZH students answer questions about choosing and studying at UZH in individual drop-in sessions. The drop-ins take place from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the University of Zurich, City Campus at Schönberggasse 15.
Student Advisory Services: Drop-Ins for Prospective Students (in German)

One-to-One Counseling Session for Students

Students can also arrange a one-to-one session. The sessions last around 45 minutes and can take place in person, by phone or by video call. To make an appointment, please contact the Student Advisory Service team during the following times: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11am to 12:30pm; Phone: +41 (0)44 634 21 44.
Student Advisory Services: Consulting and Coaching

The UZHGYM buddy program, organized by the University of Zurich Student Association, gives you the opportunity to explore the university and everyday life on campus with students from your subject. You’ll find everything you need to know on the UZHGYM website:
UZHGYM: Buddy Program for Prospective Students (in German)

Sitting in on lectures gives you the chance to find out more about the subject and the kind of topics covered, and to experience everyday student life for yourself.  You’ll find more information on the Student Advisory Services website:
Student Advisory Services: Sitting In on Lectures