--- title: American Institute of Applied Sciences - Study in Switzerland description: "Earn a practical Dual Degree in International Business.\nStudy at a Top-Ranked institution in Switzerland." image: https://study.aus.swiss/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20%2822%29.png --- [![American Institute of Applied Sciences in Switzerland Logo](https://study.aus.swiss/hs-fs/hubfs/LOGO%20UPD2023_full_white_outline.png?width=163&height=40&name=LOGO%20UPD2023_full_white_outline.png "American Institute of Applied Sciences in Switzerland Logo")](http://aus.swiss) close ![Landing 2024 New (2)](https://study.aus.swiss/hubfs/Landing%202024%20New%20(2).png "Landing 2024 New (2)") # Earn a hands-on degree from a top-ranked Business School in Switzerland 🇨🇭   The American Institute of Applied Sciences in Switzerland is a private, internationally accredited institution that offers Business Administration degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as industry-specific specializations.   ![Applications open for September 2024 (1)](https://study.aus.swiss/hubfs/Applications%20open%20for%20September%202024%20(1).png) ![history](https://study.aus.swiss/hubfs/history.png) 30 + Years of Excellence ![international](https://study.aus.swiss/hubfs/international.png) 40 + Nationalities on campus ![arrows](https://study.aus.swiss/hubfs/arrows.png) 16 Dual Degree Specialization Options ![choice](https://study.aus.swiss/hubfs/choice.png) 3 Intakes per year ## Reasons to Study at AUS ![Landing page landscape images (1)-1](https://study.aus.swiss/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20page%20landscape%20images%20(1)-1.png?width=1280&height=720&name=Landing%20page%20landscape%20images%20(1)-1.png "Landing page landscape images (1)-1") ### International Recognition AUS is an internationally accredited institution chartered under Swiss law and recognized by the Department of Education in the Canton of Vaud as an Institute of Higher Education. ![Landing page landscape images (3)-1](https://study.aus.swiss/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20page%20landscape%20images%20(3)-1.png?width=1280&height=720&name=Landing%20page%20landscape%20images%20(3)-1.png "Landing page landscape images (3)-1") ### Personalized Learning With a class size of 15 to 20 students and a faculty-student ratio of roughly 1:7, facilitating a deeper working relationship between students and professors coupled with feedback and coaching. ![Landing page landscape images (2)-1](https://study.aus.swiss/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20page%20landscape%20images%20(2)-1.png?width=1280&height=720&name=Landing%20page%20landscape%20images%20(2)-1.png "Landing page landscape images (2)-1") ### Networking Opportunities AUS students enjoy numerous networking opportunities throughout the academic term, including industry visits, guest speakers, and international events ![Landing page landscape images (4)-1](https://study.aus.swiss/hubfs/Landing%20page%20landscape%20images%20(4)-1.png "Landing page landscape images (4)-1") ### Cultural Diversity At AUS, students from over 40 nationalities from 6 continents come together to learn and share experiences, cultural perspectives, and varied work experiences with students from all over the world. ![industry focused curriculum](https://study.aus.swiss/hs-fs/hubfs/industry%20focused%20curriculum.png?width=1280&height=720&name=industry%20focused%20curriculum.png "industry focused curriculum") ### Industry-focused Curriculum Our practice-oriented studies are based on the application of scientific methods and application-oriented research and development. AUS graduates will be qualified to become competent business professionals. ![Landing page landscape images (5)-1](https://study.aus.swiss/hubfs/Landing%20page%20landscape%20images%20(5)-1.png "Landing page landscape images (5)-1") ### Picturesque Location Nestled in the Swiss Riviera city of La Tour-de-Peilz, the AUS campus boasts an idyllic setting on the shores of Lake Geneva. With a wide range of year-round activities available in the surrounding region, students can enjoy stunning vistas while exploring diverse recreational options. ## **QS World University Ranking** The American Institute of Applied Sciences in Switzerland is a top-ranked institute of higher education. ![QS World University Rankings - Top 2 Switzerland](https://study.aus.swiss/hs-fs/hubfs/QS%20World%20University%20Rankings%20-%20Top%202%20Switzerland.png?width=300&height=300&name=QS%20World%20University%20Rankings%20-%20Top%202%20Switzerland.png "QS World University Rankings - Top 2 Switzerland") ![QS World University Rankings - Top 150](https://study.aus.swiss/hs-fs/hubfs/QS%20World%20University%20Rankings%20-%20Top%20150.png?width=300&height=300&name=QS%20World%20University%20Rankings%20-%20Top%20150.png "QS World University Rankings - Top 150") ## Accreditations and Memberships ![Accreditations and Memberships new](https://study.aus.swiss/hs-fs/hubfs/Accreditations%20and%20Memberships%20new.png?width=1280&height=360&name=Accreditations%20and%20Memberships%20new.png "Accreditations and Memberships new") ![Capture1](https://study.aus.swiss/hubfs/Capture1.jpg) [Visit the AUS website](https://aus.swiss/)