First-Semester Students

We are very pleased to welcome you to the Linguistics program. This Specialized Master's in Linguistics offers a comprehensive program with a variety of interesting focus areas (tracks) which provide access to a wide range of modules across all involved faculties. The common basis of all focus areas is the methodological foundation. 

This Master's program is offered by the Linguistics Center Zurich (LiZZ) and the nine participating institutes. 
 

You will not receive a finished timetable for your studies. Instead, you will have to create your own timetable, based on the requirements for your chosen focus area. 

You can find more information on planning your first semester in the Planning your first semester sub-section:

Planning your first semester 

UZH Fresher's Day

In the week before the start of the Fall Semester, all new students are invited to the welcome days. Discover everything you need to know about life at UZH and about organizing and planning your studies.

UZH Welcome Days for New Students

Beginning of the Semester Apéro (MA Linguistics students only)

Each Fall Semester, we warmly invite you to a small in-person gathering, giving you the chance to connect with fellow students, meet the program director, and get to know your study advisor. Once you are officially enrolled in the program, we will send you an invitation via email.

My Thesis in 5 Minutes

Each spring semester, we host an informal gathering where you can learn more about what other students in our program are working on for their Master’s thesis. You can sign up to present your own idea or work in progress, or simply attend to be inspired, ask questions, and gain insights. Your program coordinator will also be there to answer any questions about formal requirements. Invitations will be sent out via email.

UZH for Students is the best resource for anything related to your studies; from information for students who are new to UZH, to library spaces, general administrative support, important dates and addresses, and so on.

UZH for Students

For more information on events for students, university politics, and other services, see the website of the UZH Student Association VSUZH (Verband Studierende Universität Zürich). They have an excellent Study Guide with useful information around life at UZH.

VSUZH  

For international students or students who are at UZH on an exchange semester, see the UZH for International Students and Scholars:

 UZH for International Students and Scholars

Study in Switzerland is also a great resource for anyone who is new to studying (and working) in Switzerland:

 Study in Switzerland

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