Exchange: University of Geneva

Founded in 1559, the University of Geneva (UNIGE) is dedicated to thinking, teaching, dialogue and research. With 16’000 students of more than 140 different nationalities, it is Switzerland’s second largest university. Just like the city of Geneva itself, the university enjoys a strong international reputation, both for the quality of its research (it ranks among the top institutions among the League of European Research Universities) and the excellence of its education. Students have taken courses here in Political Science, Peace, Conflict, and Justice, and Human Biology.

Credit Equivalency: 60 Credits = 5.0 UofT FCE

Available courses: Check here.

Restricted Programs: Check here.

Housing: On-campus housing is not guaranteed, but the host institution will assist in securing housing. Please find more information here.

Note: This destination is only open to Full Year or Winter exchange (Fall exchange is only open to students in Law and/or School of Graduate Studies). This destination’s term date does not align with U of T’s. If you have any questions, please email learning.abroad@utoronto.ca.

Location

Country(ies): Switzerland
City: Geneva
Institution: University

Status

Accepting Applications: Yes
Timeline: Fall (Sep-Feb), Winter (Feb-Jun), Year-long (Sep-Jun)
Run By: CIE
For Credit: Yes

Deadlines: Fall/Full Year Deadline: January 15, 2025
Winter Deadline: April 2, 2025

Details

Language of Study: English, French
Level of Study: Undergrad, Graduate
Subjects Available at Host: All
Program Type: Study
Tuition & Incidentals: Paid to UofT
Program Fees: No fee
Funding: IE Award

Eligibility

Schools/Faculties: All
Requirements: Minimum CGPA: 2.25 or B Language Requirement: depending on course selection, French B1, B2, C1 may be required