living expenses
In Switzerland, the expenses of daily life include complicated contents. In addition to travel and communication, there are daily purchases, which require money, but the advantage is that accommodation and three meals a day do not cost money.
1. Travel
As an old European country, Switzerland has a very developed traffic. Of course, although it is more expensive than in China, it is still at the average level in Europe, and the one-way fare is around 5 yuan.
For long-distance transportation, you can choose the train. There are many trains in Switzerland, and the time is very accurate. The most important thing is that there are not many people, the bus will not be crowded and the environment will be much better. Students can also get discounts.
Step 2 communicate
Communication with others is inseparable from mobile phone communication. Skype is a common communication method for students studying in Switzerland, which can be used for short-distance communication or long-distance call. Of course, a telephone booth is also a good choice.
It will be easier to surf the Internet and basically achieve nationwide WIFI coverage. You only need to register to use the wireless network.
go shopping
In order to reduce the complexity of shopping, you can put your destination in large shopping malls and supermarkets. Although the price may be a little expensive, it can realize one-stop shopping and reduce the occurrence of special circumstances.
Application conditions
Education: All 12 public universities in Switzerland have their own education, and students can meet the requirements of the school according to their own choices.
Language conditions: Students applying for studying in Switzerland must take German and French exams held by Swiss public universities. You can take the exam when you arrive in Switzerland. The exam is in the form of a professor talking to you, similar to IELTS and TOEFL. If you don't get good grades, you will have a chance to take the exam again after half a year of study.
Economic conditions: the tuition fee for international students is slightly higher than that for Swiss students. The cost of living varies from person to person, but it needs at least 20 thousand Swiss francs per academic year.
Swiss 12 public universities do not provide accommodation. Generally speaking, international students can rent an apartment in groups of three or five, like Swiss students, each with a room and a living room. However, Swiss public universities are not allowed to work during the semester. During the winter and summer vacations, international students can work to reduce their financial burden.
Accommodation introduction
First, the student dormitory
Students studying in two universities in Zurich can apply for dormitories at WOKO (Student Accommodation Committee). The rent there is cheaper, and there is furniture. Kitchen, shower and bathroom are generally shared by several people.
According to the quality of housing conditions and the convenience of transportation, the average monthly rent for each room is about 300-700 Swiss francs, and utilities are also included in the rent. Some student dormitories are also equipped with telephone and internet interfaces.
Each student dormitory is managed by a "building manager" selected by the students themselves. The landlord will also organize a dinner party at the beginning of the semester to share all the public welfare work.
Due to the limited number of student dormitories, it usually takes a while for college students to apply for it. People who want to live in student dormitories had better apply to WOKO as soon as possible.
Second, WG houses.
WG(Wohngemeinschaft) is quite popular among Swiss college students. The so-called WG is that several people rent an apartment together. Usually WG members * * * enjoy the telephone, kitchen and bathroom. The utilities are shared equally, and the telephone bill is settled at the end of each month.
The advantage of WG is that it can meet students from different countries, not only improve their language ability, but also understand the cultures of different countries. But cultural differences may cause some friction in life. Therefore, mutual tolerance has become the primary prerequisite for WG members to live in harmony.
Students who want to live in WG should always pay attention to the student bulletin board of the school. Contact each other as soon as possible when you see the right one, because rooms with beautiful houses and low prices are often occupied quickly.
Third, family boarding.
For many China students who are new to Switzerland and want to improve their language skills as soon as possible, homestay is a feasible method. Not only have the opportunity to practice oral English, but also have a deeper experience of local life and contact with local culture. The disadvantage is that it is often limited in cooking and receiving friends.