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Study at the Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology Campus Rotkreuz Experiencing a digital culture

Students coming to Rotkreuz (between Lucerne and Zug) from abroad receive a high standard of education. They benefit from a modern building and infrastructure, an inspirational setting and an education that is both academic and practical.

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Our Student Guide has everything for life in Switzerland.

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Living in Rotkreuz and Lucerne

Useful information about coming to and staying in Lucerne, Rotkreuz and Switzerland.

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Information for incoming exchange students as preparation before coming to study to Rotkreuz. Please check out our studentguide 

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Admission Requirements

The following admission requirements are valid for incoming exchange students (from partner and non partner universities) for the the Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology

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  • Exchange students remain enrolled at their home university
  • Exchange students must have completed at least two semesters of study at their home institution before coming to Switzerland
  • Exchange students must provide proof of language proficiency level in the language of instruction (German and/or English) at least at B2 level (if the language of instruction is not your native language) in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
  • Exchange students have to complete a minimum course load at HSLU of 18 ECTS credits and a maximum of  30 ECTS. No more than twi ISA Modules (interdisciplinary courses) per semester are possible
  • Exchange students should ideally have a minimum GPA of 2.75 out of 4.

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Application process

The Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts uses the Software Mobility Online for the administration of student exchanges. International exchange students wishing to spend a semester at the Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology undergo the following registration process:

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Students from partner universities

  1. The international office of the student’s home university nominates the student for an exchange semester at the Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology by 15th April (for the following fall semester) or
    15th October (for the following spring semester) at the latest.
  2. The Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology confirms receipt of the nomination and sends the registration/application link to the nominated student. 
  3. The student will be guided through the application process in the Mobility Online Tool. The application needs to be completed by 30th April (for the following fall semester) or 31st October (for the following spring semester) at the latest.
  4. The Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology announces its decision approximately three weeks after the application deadline.

Students from non-partner universities

If you are a student from a non-partner institution, you are welcome to apply via our study abroad program for a semester or two. You'll find more information on our visiting students program online

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Fees and grants

Incoming Exchange Students from partner universities are exempt from paying tuition fees at the Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology. 

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Students from non-partner universities, so called Freemover Students, pay the applicable tuition fees of the Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology. The tuition fees amount to approx. CHF 1725.- (for EU and NON-EU students) per semester. 

Grants from the Swiss European Mobility Program (SEMP; replaces Erasmus) are available to students coming from one of the participating EU partner universities. Students are also free to apply for a grant in their home country or find another way of financing their studies. Students should contact their universities for details of grants.

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Exams and credits

Exams typically take place at the end of the semester. Some modules base their final grades on assignments, presentations or interim exams during the semester rather than on end-of-module exams.

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The Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology awards European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) credits throughout its programs. 30 ECTS credits at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts corresponds to 15 credits in North America and 60 credits in the UK.

Incoming students are responsible for verifying the accreditation and transferability of their courses with their home university. The final decision on whether a course is accredited or transferable rests solely with the home university.

The International Office of the Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology helps students to compile the required documents.

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Buddy program

The buddy program enables exchange students to establish contact with local students before and during their stay. 

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The role of a buddy is to prepare a warm welcome for the incoming students, provide them with useful advice about student life in Switzerland and help them to find their feet in Rotkreuz and Luzern. Every incoming student is assigned a buddy. As from the fall semester 2025, the buddy program will be managed by Catherine Hayden. Incoming students receive details of their buddy a few weeks before the start of the semester. Check out the information on this website. 

ESN Luzern (Erasmus Student Network) also organizes a few events for incoming exchange students. Check out their Instagram. 

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  • Introductory Weeks
  • ESN Erasmus Network Lucerne
  • Student Guide 
  • Flyer for Incoming Students 

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International Office

Suurstoffi 1, Room 250

+41 41 349 38 10

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Important Dates for Incoming Exchange Students


Spring Semester 2025
17.2.2025 - 5.7.2025

Fall Semester 2025
15.09.2025 - 31.01.2026

Introductory weeks for new exchange students: two weeks before the start of the semester.

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