The School of Architecture, Design and Civil Engineering is not only rich in tradition, but is also one of the largest and most innovative educational institutions of its kind at a Swiss University of Applied Sciences.

The degree programmes offer aspiring young professionals outstanding educational opportunities to prepare them for their future careers. The programmes have
close connections with application-oriented research and development and graduate level education, thus helping to create synergies between the two distinct professions of the architect and the civil engineer, and promoting cooperation and mutual understanding between them. In the fields of architecture and civil engineering, the ZHAW is recognised
as a compact University of Applied Sciences with valuable links to important universities
at home and abroad.

The Institute of Architecture and Building Technology is the nub of all the ZHAW’s research, continuing education and service activities in the fields of architecture, design and civil engineering. Together with a continuing education platform, the Centre for Urban Landscape and the Centre for Constructive Design form the core of the Institute. In addition, occasional or spontaneous activities initiated by other subject areas within the School, such as graduate level education, knowledge transfer and services, find their home base in the Institute.