Civics course

This course provides knowledge about Switzerland and is suitable for people who are interested in the politics, geography and history of Switzerland, as well as for migrants who want to prepare for naturalization in Switzerland.

Civics Class on Friday (ST-27-1.1-4133)
Duration: January 15 through February 26, 2027
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Weekday: Friday
Lessons: 20 lessons
Course dates: Jan. 15 / Jan. 22 / Jan. 29 / Feb. 5 / Feb. 12 / Feb. 19 / Feb. 26
Cost: CHF 405 per person; CHF 365 per person for groups of 2 or more from the same household; includes handouts and materials

Civics Class on Saturday (ST-27-1.2-4133)
Duration: January 30 through March 13, 2027
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Weekday: Saturday
Lessons: 20 lessons
Course dates: Jan. 30 / Feb. 6 / Feb. 27 / Mar. 6 / Mar. 13
Cost: CHF 405 per person; CHF 365 per person for groups of 2 or more from the same household; includes handouts and materials

You have a geographical overviewick about Switzerland and know its most important historical contexts. You have an understanding of the federalist political system and its areas of responsibility.

• Learn basic facts about the geography and history of Switzerland
• how the Swiss federal state is structured
• what the separation of powers and its implementation means
• how the political system works at federal, cantonal and municipal level
• Get to know the culture and customs of Switzerland

You would like to know more about Switzerland or prepare for Swiss naturalization and have a good knowledge of German (level B1).