Masters (MS) in Linguistics in Switzerland
11 masters programmes in linguistics at 4 universities in Switzerland are open to international students; 36% are taught in English.
Data as of August 28, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Linguistics programmes
11 programmes
| Programme | University | Degree | Tuition / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master in Linguistics | University of Bern | Master's | — |
| Master in Language and Communication | ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences | Master's | 1,440 USD |
| Master in Sociolinguistics | University of Bern | Master's | — |
| Master in German Linguistics | University of Bern | Master's | — |
| Master in English Language Programs | Glion Institute of Higher Education | Master's | 3,124 USD |
| Master in Comparative Linguistics | University of Zurich | Master's | — |
| Master in Evolutionary Language Science (Specialized Master of Science) | University of Zurich | Master's | — |
| Master in Comparative Romance Linguistics | University of Zurich | Master's | — |
| Master in Comparative Germanic Linguistics | University of Zurich | Master's | — |
| Master in Italian Studies | University of Zurich | Master's | — |
| Master in Linguistics | University of Zurich | Master's | — |
Specialisations within linguistics
Linguistics 7 Language Studies 2 Italian Studies 1 Romance Studies 1
Universities for linguistics in Switzerland
Masters (MS) in Linguistics in Switzerland: common questions
- How many linguistics programmes are there in Switzerland?
- 11 linguistics masters programmes at 4 universities in Switzerland are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.
- Can I study linguistics in Switzerland in English?
- Yes — 36% of the linguistics programmes in Switzerland in our catalogue are taught in English (4 of 11).
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