The HEG-Genève campus is located at the Battelle campus, at Rue de la Tambourine 17, 1227 Carouge, Switzerland. The main reception can be reached by phone at +41 22 558 50 30 or by email at [email protected]. Reception hours may vary during exam periods and inter-semester breaks

For students wishing to come to HEG on exchange, the nomination periods are typically from September 1st to October 15th for the spring semester, and from March 1st to May 15th for the fall semester. It is crucial to check the specific deadlines and requirements with your home university's international relations office, as they must nominate you first .

If you are coming as an exchange student, you must first be nominated by your home university. Following a successful nomination, you will need to complete an application process that may include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, your latest official transcript of records (translated into English or French), and a copy of your passport. Depending on your home university's language of instruction and the program you are applying to, proof of language proficiency may be required

Yes, incoming exchange students are generally granted a financial support of 200 Swiss Francs (CHF) per month for the duration of their exchange period at HEG. This grant is given to all incoming students and requires no separate administrative procedure in advance

Students in need of financial support or scholarship information can contact the Financial Service of the University of Geneva. Through an agreement with HES-SO Geneva, this service is available to advise HEG students on overcoming financial difficulties and applying for scholarships. For Swiss students or those with a C permit, the first point of contact is the loans and grants service of their canton of residence

HEG-Genève is situated on the Battelle campus at Rue de la Tambourine 17, 1227 Carouge, in the Geneva area

HEG-Genève itself does not typically operate its own student residences. Students are responsible for finding their own accommodation. While the university's international office can provide guidance, the main point of contact for housing matters is usually the host institution or local accommodation services in Geneva. It is recommended to start your search early, as housing in Geneva is in high demand .

Nationals from non-EU/EFTA countries must apply for a long-stay national visa (type D) from the Swiss embassy or consulate in their home country before arriving in Switzerland. It is imperative to apply at least three months in advance. A tourist visa cannot be converted to a student permit. Upon arrival in Geneva, you must apply for a biometric residence permit (B or L booklet) with the Cantonal Population Office for Migration (OCPM) within 14 days

Yes, upon completion of their studies, students have the opportunity to apply for a "job search" permit. The application must be submitted to the OCPM and includes a copy of the diploma and proof of financial means. For students from outside the EU/EFTA, this post-graduation permit is valid for six months and is non-renewable. During this time, any ancillary work is limited to 15 hours per week .