Switzerland

Professional experience in Switzerland

Switzerland shown on a world map

Amazing people, amazing scenery and an all-round amazing opportunity! There is so much to experience in Switzerland, from the highest mountains to the cheese and chocolate, it’s all a great delight.

Program overview

  • Where: The Graubünden Canton of Switzerland
  • When: 9 January - 1 February 2026
  • Who: Pre-service teachers in primary and secondary courses
  • Number of places available: 9
  • Cost: Approx $6,000 - $7,000 and spending money ($500-$1000)

You arrive initially in Zurich but then travel to a city in the Graubünden Canton of Switzerland where you will be allocated to a co-educational primary or secondary school in one of these cities. School hours generally run 8.30am – 3.30pm and there will be lots of opportunity to immerse yourself in the school community in a range of extra-curricular activities.

Please note: Program itinerary will be finalised before the trip and may be subject to change.

Middle East disruption: At this time, students and staff should also monitor the University’s travel advice, in line with Australian Government guidance regarding travel to or through the Middle East, via the Frequently Asked Questions page.

What's included in the cost

The cost includes:

  • Round trip airfare
  • Transfers to and from the airport
  • Accommodation (to be confirmed closer to travel date)

Items not included that students need to budget for:

  • Snacks and lunches
  • Passport and VISA expenses
  • SIM card
  • Public transport card
  • Toiletries and personal items
  • Tours and some local travel
  • Vaccinations
  • Spending money

See what Financial support is available to you.

Opportunities to explore

After school hours and on weekends, you will have an opportunity to (at your own expense):

  • Interact with other pre-service teachers through a range of activities;
  • Explore the local area, the snow, the chocolate and of course there’s the cheese;
  • Travel to other parts of Switzerland;
  • Take a trip to spend a weekend in a nearby European city.

How to apply?

Recruitment for overseas placements runs towards the end of semester 2 each year. Please note that we will email you as soon as the applications are open.

See Applications, selection process and cancellations for more information.

Who to contact?

IPE Coordinator

Moments from our pre-covid trips