Research-based learning: Why ETH
Your learning journey starts here.
Continuing education at a world-class institution
ETH Zurich stands for research-based continuing education with a global reputation. From generalist programmes to highly specialised niche topics, we support academically trained professionals and executives on their path of lifelong learning. Our programmes are practice-oriented, flexible, and always in tune with the latest research.
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Research that moves you forward
Our continuing education links the latest scientific research with practical experience. We maintain close exchange with international industry partners.
As part of a globally leading research university, you benefit from insights you can apply directly in your professional life. At the same time, your experience helps keeping our research current and relevant to the market.
A lifelong network
At ETH Zurich, continuing education means much more than traditional lectures. Knowledge exchange happens on multiple levels – between participants and lecturers, and among peers. You build meaningful relationships with like-minded and specialised professionals.
These connections often last well beyond the course: the networks that form among alumnae and alumni lay a strong foundation for your future career moves.
A wide range, high specialisation
ETH Zurich combines width with depth. Our continuing education programmes cover a wide spectrum — from key contemporary topics to specific specialist areas. You'll find a programme tailored to your professional interests and strategic goals. Your subject, your education.
How do we achieve to? With highly specialised lecturers unafraid to tackle even the most niche topics.
Thanks for the inspiring footage of our programmes and partners at ETH Zurich:
- Light reflector (00:13): Project: Midday sun at the touch of a button
Institute: Zero Carbon Building Systems Lab - Green surface particles and bacteria in the glass (00:15–00:17): external page Project: Werkstattgespräche ETH Zürich: Spurensuche – Wenn Bakterien die Fährte aufnehmen
Department ETH Zürich: D-BAUG
Production: Oliver Stebler - Hand in soil (00:18): Project: Bio-Regional Regeneration Practices on Mallorca
Programme: MAS ETH in Regenerative Systems - Digitale visualisations hands (00:21–00:24): Project: Printed robots with bones, ligaments, and tendons
Institute: Soft Robotics Lab - Microscopic images, machine (00:24–00:26): Project: Better cancer diagnosis thanks to digital 3D images
Department ETH Zurich: Department of Health Sciences and Technology - Column surface, digital print, woman with helmet (00:29–00:35), Bricks computer and handling (00:41), Earth Construction Maschine (01:08), hands in plaster (00:52): Projects: Various projects of MAS students
Programme: MAS ETH in Architecture and Digital Fabrication - Pyramid and microscope glass (00:33–00:36), walking aid, wheel chair (01:17–01:18): Projects: Various projects
Programme: CAS ETH in Entrepreneurial Leadership in Technology Ventures - Participant (00:38), Lab situation (00:43), VR glasses (01:06), various situations and portraits
Programme: MAS ETH in digital Clinical Research - Participant orange jumperi (00:40), participant (00:40) and portraits in front of blue background
Programme: MAS ETH in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development - Plater brick and shoes (00:54), Project: Self Compacting Clay mortar
Programme: CAS ETH in Regenerative Materials - Map drawing (00:54–00:55), fish and historical engraving Zurich (00:55–01:00): Project: Heritage & Protection, Robert Bourke, Michel Zalis, and Diana Strässle; Projekt: Fish & Waterscapes, Cristina Fusco and Victoria Dubois
Programme: MAS ETH in Urban and Territorial Design - Cows (01:11–01:15): Project: The Milky Way: An Ecological Transition of the Dairy Industry, Spring 2023
Authors: Elvira Kinzner, Ji Min An, and Thomas Gruber
Programme: MAS ETH in Urban and Territorial Design - Andrea Mannhart with Ricola (01:22–01:25): Project: Life cycle of Swiss peppermint extract
Programme: CAS ETH in Advanced Materials and Processes
Production: Instantview GmbH, Zollikon and Ricola Group AG, Laufen - Portraits woman blonde and man grey beard in the office
Programme: Executive MBA – ETH Zurich and University of St.Gallen
Programmes that evolve with the times
We live and work in a fast-paced world. That’s why ETH Zurich continuously updates its continuing education programmes to meet the needs of today’s society and labour market. We actively engage with international industry partners, professional associations, employers, alumnae and alumni, and of course, our participants.
By constantly evolving, our programmes remain practice-oriented. The result?
You’ll feel the impact of your ETH engagement in your day-to-day work.
Compatibility: life and learning in balance
You carry many responsibilities – at work and at home. ETH Zurich offers you academically grounded knowledge with a high degree of flexibility. In three ways:
- We design our programmes to fit your life – even if you’re in a leadership position.
- Innovative learning formats and digital tools connect theory and practice efficiently.
- And last but not least: our lecturers’ methodological excellence helps you keep everything in balance.
