School and Education
The education system in the Canton of Zug offers many opportunities for children, young people and adults. From school to vocational training, higher education or diploma recognition: here you will find key information and advisory services.
Education System
The Swiss education system enables continuous personal development. «Vocational education and training» (apprenticeship) is particularly important. It provides a basis for further training and can lead to higher education at a university.
Compulsory Education
Compulsory schooling provides children with a basic education that prepares them for further studies. Public schools are free of charge.
Links:
Amt für gemeindliche Schulen / Further information (DE)
Diagram "Beginning of School – Entry into Compulsory Kindergarten" (DE)
Vocational Education and Training and Baccalaureate Schools
Following compulsory education, most young people choose vocational education and training (apprenticeship, Lehre). Someone wishing to study at a university generally needs to obtain a diploma from an upper secondary school. This is also possible through vocational education and training.
Links:
berufsberatung.ch / Further information (DE)
Kanton Zug / Further information on Baccalaureate Schools (DE)
Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences
Switzerland has two types of higher education institutions: universities and universities of applied sciences. Questions concerning admission on the basis of a foreign diploma should be directed to the universities.
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Recognition of Foreign Qualifications
Foreign diplomas and qualifications are not always valid in Switzerland. Under certain conditions, however, it is possible to have them officially recognised. Depending on the profession this process is mandatory.
Links:
Video «Recognition of professional qualifications»
Video «Path to vocational education and training»
Contact
«New in Zug» is a service of the Cantonal Social Welfare Office (Kantonales Sozialamt). Do you have questions, suggestions or notice missing information? We welcome your feedback at integration@zg.ch.
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