Study in Switzerland (in German, English, French) - ISEP Exchange
Fribourg is strong in law, philosophy and theology, with emphasis on European law, comparative religions and philosophies. Courses are often highly structured. Fribourg’s institutes are also of note and well-known in Switzerland. These include the Institute of Medieval Studies, the interdisciplinary Institute of Eastern and Central Europe, the Federalism Institute, the interdisciplinary Institute of Counseling in Family Matters, the Institute of Ethics and Human Rights and the Institute of Sports.
Fribourg is the only bilingual (French-German) university in Switzerland; classes are taught in French or German. Some courses are taught in English, though mainly at the master's level.
SCHOLARSHIP
This program qualifies for the ISEP French and German Language Annette Kade Fund Scholarship. The scholarship awards $500 - $1,500 USD to students who are from a U.S. institution and studying French or German language in Austria, France, Germany, Reunion Island, or Switzerland. Learn more here!
Course Description
Researching courses in English on an Swiss university homepage can sometimes be difficult and confusing. You can use the this Guide to Course Selection to find information about navigating a university website, finding courses in English, French, and German.
You can see courses by department listed here.
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PASSPORT: All students must have a valid passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a valid passport, we suggest you start the application process as soon as possible.
VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT: Most students attending this program will be required to obtain a visa/residence permit. For more information on the process and estimated cost, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here.
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