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With excellent educational opportunities at nearby universities of applied sciences and research institutes with a strong focus on basic research, Graubünden offers ideal conditions for technology companies focused on innovation.
Andreas Wieland Chair of the Board of Directors, Hamilton AG
The foundation for educational pathways
Compulsory schooling
Compulsory schooling forms the foundation of the Swiss education system and equips children and young people with the academic, social and personal skills they need for their future educational pathways. It prepares them for progression to upper-secondary education and lays the groundwork for lifelong learning.
Graubünden offers high-quality compulsory schooling with a strong focus on STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). This helps build, from an early age, the skills that are essential for technical professions and innovative industries. A strong school system not only supports individual development but also provides an important foundation for the long-term competitiveness of Graubünden as a business location.
Further educational pathways
Vocational education and upper-secondary schools
After compulsory schooling, young people in Graubünden can choose from a range of educational pathways. Vocational education and training combines practical training with an employer and classroom teaching at a vocational school, providing a direct route into working life. Academic upper-secondary schools and specialised schools provide a broader general education and prepare students for further study at professional education institutions, universities of applied sciences or universities.
The high permeability of the Swiss education system creates a wide range of progression and development opportunities. Educational pathways can therefore be developed flexibly and individually by employees and employers together - a significant advantage for businesses and skilled professionals.
Bringing practice and academia together
Universities and higher education institutions
Tertiary education opens up a wide range of opportunities for professional and academic development. Professional education institutions, universities of applied sciences and universities combine practice-oriented learning with academic depth, creating excellent preparation for demanding specialist and leadership roles.
Graubünden is home to its own higher education institution, the University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons, which maintains close links with industry. The educational landscape is further strengthened by professional education institutions and by proximity to renowned universities such as ETH Zurich, the University of Zurich, the University of St. Gallen, OST, the University of Liechtenstein, the University of Innsbruck and the Scuola universitaria professionale della Svizzera italiana (SUPSI).
This gives businesses and students access to a wide range of educational and research opportunities in Switzerland and neighbouring countries.
The map below shows nearby universities and higher education institutions, including universities of applied sciences, along with public transport journey times from Chur.
Lifelong learning
Continuing education
Graubünden offers a wide range of opportunities for continuing education alongside employment. The University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons, the University of Teacher Education of the Grisons, ibW University of Applied Sciences of Southeastern Switzerland and other educational institutions offer a broad portfolio of specialist courses as well as CAS, DAS, MAS and Executive MBA programmes. This is complemented by universities in Eastern Switzerland and the Greater Zurich Area, all within easy reach of Graubünden. Businesses and professionals can therefore access suitable continuing education options for different industries and career stages.
Employers benefit from employees who bring current knowledge directly into their day-to-day work and continue to build their skills over the long term.
| CAS (Certificate of Advanced Studies) | Part-time continuing education designed to deepen specialist knowledge in a specific subject area. Ideal for professionals who want to develop targeted expertise. |
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| DAS (Diploma of Advanced Studies) | A more comprehensive continuing education qualification offering deeper specialist knowledge and a stronger practical focus. A DAS often builds on several CAS programmes and concludes with a diploma |
| MAS (Master of Advanced Studies) | A high-level continuing education qualification designed to be completed alongside employment. It develops advanced specialist and leadership skills and is aimed at experienced professionals and managers. |
| Executive MBA | Management and leadership education for experienced executives and entrepreneurs, with a focus on strategic management, leadership and business administration. |
| Specialist courses | Practice-oriented short courses and specialist programmes designed to develop up-to-date expertise in specific subject areas. Ideal for targeted, flexible professional development. |
