Zurich, Switzerland

University of Zurich

Applicants need at least C1 in the main language of instruction. Accepted German proofs include Goethe C1/C2, DSH-2/DSH-3, DSD II, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule, ÖSD C1/C2 and TestDaF with an average of TDN 4 and at least TDN 3 in every part.

Universität Zürich (UZH)Verifiedchecked 9 October 2026

Scope

Programmes taught mainly in German · Bachelor and Master

Minimum: C1

Accepted proofs of German

Goethe-Zertifikat C1 or C2
DSH-2 or DSH-3
DSD II
telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule
TestDaF: average TDN 4 and at least TDN 3 in all parts
ÖSD Zertifikat C1 or C2

Exceptions and special rules

Exemptions exist, e.g. for holders of a Swiss Matura or a degree taught in German in a German-speaking region.

From the official page

durchschnittlich TDN 4 und mind. TDN 3 in allen Prüfungsteilen

Source

UZH – Sprachliche Anforderungen (opens in a new tab)

Checked on 9 October 2026.

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