Non-Subject-Specific Agreements ("Diverse Agreements")
The allocation and nomination of students for exchanges at partner universities for non-subject-specific agreements are done by Global Student Experience.
Global Student Experience defines the selection criteria and process for these. The agreements are indicated in the search portal. Please note that not all non-subject specific agreements are suitable for every student, even if these appear in your search results in the portal. Before submitting your application, make sure to verify whether the universities are in fact eligible options for you (check the partner universities’ requirements and available study stubjects on their websites, as well as any remarks in the search portal, etc.).
You must submit your application on the Mobility Online database. You can list up to three universities from different exchange programs in the application form.
Table of contents
Application Documents
- Current transcript of records
- Proof of language skills: Please consider the requirements of the departmental coordinator of your subject. If the departmental coordinator does not define any requirements, the proof can also be in the form of an explanation (PDF-document). In this explanation please demonstrate how you plan to achieve the required language skills of the host university until the start of your exchange.
- Online questionnaire on motivation and academic performance
- Passport photo
- A copy of your passport / identity card (+if applicable: CH-residency permit)
- Online questionnaire on prioritized partner universities
Helpful Hints
- Fill in all three priorities in your application form on Mobility Online. The chances of receiving an offer are higher if multiple priorities are selected, though of course this only applies if you are equally interested in the universities in priorities two and three also.
- You are free to mix priorities from different exchange programs (SEMP, university-wide, etc.). Please note the different application deadlines. The complete application must be submitted by the earliest deadline stipulated.
- The application questionnaire is designed to help you select a suitable partner university and submit a well-targeted application. A strong application includes complete answers to all questions and the upload of all required documents. When choosing your partner universities, consider academic, personal and professional factors.
- Inquire with your subject which universities could be particularly suited to you, and read the experience reports on our website.
Criteria for Allocation of Exchange Spots
- Submission of complete application documents on time
- Previous academic achievement
- Academic motivation and exchange goals
- Engagement with courses on offer and availability of creditable courses
- Sufficient knowledge of the language of instruction at partner university
Not all "Diverse" agreements are open to all students, even though these may show up in the search portal. Please verify whether you are eligible for these universities before you apply (requirements of partner university on their websites, notes in the search portal etc.).
Once you are nominated for an exchange by UZH it is up to the partner university to make the decision on your final admission. It is your job to find out about semester dates, language requirements, and course availability at the partner university, and to submit the relevant confirmations and diplomas.
Application to the Partner University
A separate registration from the student is required by most universities. Please clarify this well in advance. In most cases, you can obtain information from your departmental coordinator or directly from the partner university. Be sure to adhere to the partner university's deadlines!
The final decision on your acceptance lies with the partner university. However, students nominated by UZH are generally accepted.
Information on Completing your Exchange
Further information on your SEMP exchange can be found here: Organizational Matters