Study Literature in Switzerland
13 programmes in literature at 2 universities in Switzerland are open to international students; 8% are taught in English.
Data as of August 27, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Literature programmes
13 programmes
Literature in Switzerland by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 8 | — | — | — |
| Master's | 5 | — | — | — |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Specialisations within literature
Language and Literature 8 Literature 5
Universities for literature in Switzerland
- University of Zurich (10)
- University of Bern (3)
Study Literature in Switzerland: common questions
- How many literature programmes are there in Switzerland?
- 13 literature programmes at 2 universities in Switzerland are open to international students, as of August 27, 2026.
- Can I study literature in Switzerland in English?
- Yes — 8% of the literature programmes in Switzerland in our catalogue are taught in English (1 of 13).
More on studying in Switzerland: tuition statistics , application deadlines or the country guide .
Planning to study literature in Switzerland?
An advisor who knows admissions in Switzerland can shortlist literature programmes for your budget and profile.