Welcome and Onboarding Events
For the best possible start in your Master’s degree studies at ETH and in Switzerland in general we support you with numerous events. Participate and use the opportunity to meet your fellow students and to get answers to your questions.
Journey Preparation
Friday, 01.09.2023, 12.00 p.m. (CEST), Webinar
Check-in ETH Online Event
This event is the ideal preparation for starting your Master at ETH and it covers the following topics:
- Welcome by Rector Prof. Dr. Günther Dissertori
- Introduction to the academic culture at ETH and the Swiss culture
- Overview of relevant contact points at ETH (Departments, Academic Services and Student Services)
- Insights from current Master students about studying at ETH and living in Switzerland
- Meeting fellow new Master students, Q&A session
Wednesday, 10.05.2023, 1.00 p.m. (CEST), Webinar
Visa Info Event
Information event for international students immigrating Switzerland with a visa. From the content:
- Important information about visa application documents
- Q&A session
No registration required. Find information about the schedule and ZOOM on the website immigration with a visa. Students concerned will be notified via e-mail.
Arrival at ETH Zurich
Monday, 18.09.2023, ETH Campus
ETH Welcome and Introduction Day at your Department
Receive a warm welcome at your department and start your first day at ETH with the following topics:
- Welcome by Department staff and respective student association
- Introduction to your professors, programme managers and fellow students
- Important information on your study programme
- Q&A session regarding administrative details, e.g. how to register for courses
No registration required. Information about location and schedule can be found here.
Thursday, 28.9.2023, 8 p.m. (CEST), Campus Hönggerberg
Semester Start-Party (Erstsemestrigenfest)
Kick-off your journey at ETH with the huge party of the ETH student union (for all ETH students).
Presale only: www.esf.ethz.ch
Arrival in Switzerland
Wednesday, 20.09.2023, 6 p.m. (CEST), Webinar
Health insurance in Switzerland: All you need to know
Information event for all non-Swiss citizens. From the content:
- Important information about Swiss health insurance
- Q&A session
No registration required. Find information about the schedule and ZOOM on the website health insurance.
Tuesday, 03.11.2023, 6.15 - 7.45 p.m. (CEST), ETH
“Beyond cheese, chocolate and watches”: An intercultural guide to understanding the Swiss
The workshop-like event raises awareness for cultural differences. From the content:
- Insights on typical Swiss values
- Reflection on differences in values and communication styles between different cultures
- Understand and manage your potential culture shock
No registration required.
Studying at ETH Zurich
Tuesday, 21.11.2023, 6.15 p.m. (CEST), Main Building (HG)
Tips and tricks for your oral exams
The workshop-like event supports you in preparing for oral exams at ETH. From the content:
- Hear from an ETH professor, what this examination format is about and how you must prepare for it
- The importance of verbal and nonverbal behaviour in oral exams
- Staged exam simulations with professional actors
- Tips from ETH-Students
Registration details will follow.