Mobility Switzerland Outgoing
Swiss universities have developed procedures to facilitate student mobility within Switzerland. The mobility offices at all universities are responsible for the administrative process and for providing information to students. At the University of Basel, mobility between Swiss universities is managed by Student Exchange.
Scope and Validity of the Swiss Mobility Program
The Swiss Mobility Program allows you to spend one or two semesters at a Swiss university without significant administrative effort. You remain enrolled at your home university, where you continue to pay semester fees. At the host university, however, you do not pay tuition fees. The time-consuming process of de-registration and re-registration is eliminated.
The recognition of study periods and academic achievements completed at the host university, as well as any restrictions, are governed by the implementation of the Bologna Process. You should always clarify any questions regarding credit recognition in advance with the appropriate office (Office of the Dean of Studies, Registrar’s Office, etc.). Generally, a mobility stay is only possible starting in the third semester.
Planning Procedure
It is advisable to plan a study period at another Swiss university only for the second half of your degree program. Such a study period is generally only possible within your own field of study. The extent to which you can take courses in elective areas must be clarified on an individual basis with the respective host university. Find out early on about the course offerings and semester dates at the host university (through the study guide, course catalog, study plans, and the university’s website). Determine which academic records and certificates will be issued by the host university at the end of your study abroad period. Discuss your planned transfer with a department representative at the University of Basel.
Attention!
During a mobility semester, you are on administrative leave from the University of Basel; this means you cannot enroll in courses at the University of Basel or earn credit points. If you wish to take courses at both the University of Basel and another Swiss university, please contact the Registrar’s Office at the respective university directly regarding registration procedures. Please note the relevant registration deadlines set by the host university. The University of Basel’s Student Exchange program is not involved in this process.
Application & Deadlines
Those interested should register online using the registration form. When registering online, please note the following points and steps:
- Initial Registration: Before you can register, you must first create an account. Once you’ve registered, you’ll receive your personal access to the system. You only need to register the first time. After that, you can log in using the registration form.
- After successfully registering, please follow the instructions and information provided.
- Link to the registration portal: MoveOn.
Registration Dates
For the fall semester: April 1
For the spring semester: October 1
