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Welcome to SIU
SWISS
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from over 120 countries

“Proudly operating in 8 cities worldwide, backed by 25+ years of academic excellence.”

Where technology, research, and Swiss excellence meet global ambition.
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​Where European Quality Meets Global Opportunity
Swiss International University (SIU) is one of the most international universities in the world. Each year, our university welcomes students from more than 120 countries.  We offer European-level academic programs based on quality, accuracy, and global importance.
Our university is a state-accredited and internationally recognised higher education institution. Its degrees meet global standards and open doors all over the world.  Our flexible study model works for both full-time students and working adults. It combines European academic leadership with a modern, tech-enabled learning experience.
Our university has offices and academic centres in Zurich, Dubai, Luzern, London (soon), Riga, Bishkek, Ajman, and Osh. It offers a truly global environment with programs that are in line with the needs of the industry and faculty from many different cultures.  We want to give students the skills they need to work in other countries by giving them innovative, forward-thinking education.
Become a part of a global community.  Get a Swiss-quality education that is respected around the world.  Our university can help you shape your future.

A Truly International University

We have grown into a truly global university since 1999. We have seven campuses, more than 3,800 students from 120 countries, and a staff from more than 20 countries. Since 2013, we've been proud to offer online education.

We have campuses in major cities around the world, so students can get a good education no matter where they are.

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Welcome to the Swiss International University SIU

At Swiss International University, where your future begins, you can join a global community of learners. Swiss International University has offices and campuses in Zurich, Lucerne, Dubai, Riga, Bishkek, and other cities. This means you can get a world-class education no matter where you are. We began in 1999, and by 2024 we had become a full university by combining seven well-known schools and getting accreditation from the Ministry of Education and Science. You can choose from a wide range of flexible and high-quality undergraduate, master's, and PhD programs at Swiss International University. These programs are taught in four languages. All of our programs are approved by the government, so your degree will be respected all over the world.
What makes Swiss International University a good choice?

  • You can learn full-time, part-time, or online.

  • Join a diverse international network with students from all over the world.

  • Get knowledge that is useful in the real world—courses that are tailored to meet the needs of businesses

  • Open doors around the world with degrees that are recognised and accredited everywhere.

  • Help with everything from signing up to getting career advice

Swiss International University gives you the tools, confidence, and connections you need to reach your goals, whether they are to be a leader in business, come up with new ideas in technology, or make a difference in your community.
Swiss International University is where you should start your journey today.

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Join over 3,800 new students each year from more than 120 countries!

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Flexible Learning: Choose Between On-Campus and Online Education

We give our students the choice of taking classes on campus or online, so they can customise their learning experience to fit their needs and lifestyle. We offer the same high-quality education in both formats, whether you want to study at one of our international campuses in Switzerland, Dubai, Kyrgyzstan, or elsewhere, or you want to take advantage of the convenience and accessibility of our comprehensive online programs. You can reach your academic and career goals from anywhere in the world with our wide range of programs and flexible learning options.

  • Study in Switzerland: We have an on-campus Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at our Lucerne campus in Switzerland for people who want to work in hotels. This program is for professionals who want to improve their leadership, strategic thinking, and global business skills so they can move up in their careers in a variety of fields.

  • Vocational Diplomas in Dubai, UAE: The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has approved 18 vocational diploma programs in Dubai, covering a wide range of fields. These diplomas are for professionals who want to improve their skills or switch careers. They include hands-on, industry-focused learning.

  • Medical Education in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan: Our Bishkek campus has a full medical education program that covers both the theory and practice of medicine. We designed our curriculum to help students do well in the healthcare field, both at home and abroad.

  • Information Technology, Economics, Philology, and Pedagogy in Osh, Kyrgyzstan: Our Osh campus has academic programs in Information Technology, Economics, Philology, and Pedagogy. These programs are designed to give students the knowledge and skills they need to do well in these fields, which are growing quickly and are very important.

  • New Study Programs in Riga and London: We're happy to announce that new study programs will soon be available in Riga and London, adding to our academic offerings in these lively cities. These programs will show how serious we are about giving modern learners a world-class education that meets their needs.

We are committed to offering a wide range of high-quality programs that are recognised around the world on all of our campuses. This makes sure that our students are ready to succeed in a world that is becoming more competitive.

Global Executive & Professional Programs 2026

Get world-class executive and professional training in two of the most exciting cities in the world: Zurich and Dubai.
Our programs are for professionals who want to improve their skills, get experience working with people from other countries, and meet leaders from around the world. Join us for Executive Mini Programs in Zurich and Professional Training Diplomas in Dubai. All classes are taught in English by well-known international faculty.

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SIU is a globally recognized higher education institution with academic and administrative operations across

Zurich  Dubai Luzern • London  Riga • Bishkek Ajman Osh  Globally

We are proud to be one of the most international Swiss-education networks in the world, with students from more than 120 countries coming to us every year.
The Kyrgyz Republic's Ministry of Education and Science has given SIU its state accreditation (License No. LS240001853), which gives it the full legal power to grant academic degrees. The Cantonal Board of Education and Culture in Switzerland has given SIU official allowance to run Swiss academic programs and give out our own Swiss diplomas (Allowance No. 12Aug2016kom). The Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA – Permit No. 631419) has approved SIU in the United Arab Emirates for vocational, advanced, and extended diplomas.
With these approvals, SIU can keep legally recognised, internationally valid programs that meet global educational standards. Our degrees are recognised around the world thanks to international recognition frameworks like the Lisbon Recognition Convention. This means they can be accepted in 55+ countries and around the world through standard credential evaluation.
International accreditations, independent quality reviews, and global partnerships all help to show that SIU is a trusted provider of Swiss-quality education. Our faculty, curriculum, and way of teaching are all examples of the accuracy, structure, and honesty that Swiss higher education is known for.

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OFFICIAL LICENSE

Legal Entity Name:

Swiss International Global University

Registration Number (Re-registration): No. 307448-3310

Licensed Activity: Educational Services

License Validity: Indefinite (Permanent)

Date of Issue: September 4, 2024

Official Registration Number: No. 2024-0186

This license is officially granted by the Ministry of Education and Science.

License Serial Number: LS240001853

Swiss International University is a sign of academic excellence and global reach. The KG Ministry of Education and Sciences has licensed and accredited Swiss International University. It continues to set the bar for education and innovation. Our university has campuses in Bishkek, Zurich, Luzern, and Dubai, which are all well-connected to other parts of the world. Our wide and varied network of schools around the world makes sure that students get a truly global education, with a range of cultural experiences and international points of view. We are dedicated to providing a high-quality education, and our many prestigious accreditations, such as ECLBS, BSKG, EDU, ASIC, and KHDA, show this. These awards show that we are committed to providing the best education in the world and keeping the highest standards of academic excellence. Swiss International University values language diversity and offers Higher Education Study programs in English, German, Arabic, and Russian. This multilingual approach not only opens up new opportunities for our students, but it also gets them ready for successful careers in a world that is becoming more connected. Come to Swiss International University, where the best in the world of education meets the best in the world of excellence.

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The Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic gives Swiss International University (SIU) permission to run its programs. This gives all of its programs a strong legal basis. This permission makes sure that Kyrgyzstan recognises SIU's degrees and diplomas.
SIU has also received a number of prestigious international accreditations, which means that its qualifications can be recognised in other countries, depending on the rules and agreements in those countries. SIU gives students the chance to get degrees that are both legally sound and useful around the world by making sure that local rules are in line with global standards.
Please contact the appropriate educational or governmental authorities in your country for more information about recognition.

© Swiss International University | ​Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures—Globally.

Registered as a "UNIVERSITY," we operate as a dynamic network of academies and institutes across seven major global cities. With 3,800 students from 120 countries joining us each year, we proudly foster a truly global community, supported by offices worldwide.

  • SIU International Swiss University: Licensed for Higher Education and accredited to issue academic degrees by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic (MoE&S-KG),

    • License No.: LS240001853 | Issued on: 04 September 2024 | Status: Active ✔️

  • SIU International Academy Switzerland: Allowed to operate and issue its own Diplomas by the Board of Education and Culture, Switzerland (CH),

    • Allowance No.: 12Aug2016kom | Issued on: 12 August 2016 | Status: Active ✔️

  • SIU International Institute Dubai UAE: Approved and permitted to operate by the Dubai Education Authority (UAE),

    • Permit No.: 63141 | Issued on: 07 June 2023 | Status: Active ✔️

Officially registered as a higher education institution by the Ministry of Justice

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rated as a 5-star higher and vocational education University by QS, the world's most prestigious evaluation organization.

✅ Verified by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic

The Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic has given Swiss International University (SIU) an official license (License No. LS240001853). The national education portal has a public list of our academic programs: 🔗 https://edugate.edu.gov.kg/plan/112

The Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the student's embassy in Kyrgyzstan can all certify and stamp final degrees from Kyrgyzstan to make sure they are real and recognised around the world.

✅ Verified by the Dubai Educational Authority (KHDA), United Arab Emirates

The Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has given SIU/ISB the approval to offer Vocational, Advanced, and Extended Diplomas (Professional Diplomas) under Permit No. 631419. 🔗 https://web.khda.gov.ae/en/Education-Directory/Training/Training-Details?CenterID=504152

KHDA, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the student's embassy can all attest to diplomas that were given out with KHDA approval. This gives them a lot of recognition in the region and around the world. We promise to follow the law, make sure our work is of the highest quality, and be open about everything we do in every place we do business.

✅ Swiss Operations

The Cantonal Board of Education and Culture in Switzerland gave SIU/ISBM official permission to run, which meant we could legally offer educational programs and give out our own diplomas. 🔗 https://www.swissuniversity.com/board-of-education

A Swiss Public Notary can certify diplomas from our Swiss branches, the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs can legalise them, and the student's embassy in Switzerland can further attest to their validity, making them valid around the world. Our campuses in Switzerland follow all cantonal laws and help SIU fulfil its global mission of providing high-quality, internationally focused education that is backed by recognised accreditations and academic partnerships.

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🌍 The Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic officially recognises Swiss International University (SIU) degrees, so they are recognised all over the world. The Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications (2019) and the Lisbon Recognition Convention say that any degree from a school that is recognised by the state should be recognised in all UN member states. SIU degrees are accepted in more than 55 countries, including most of Europe and Central Asia, because Kyrgyzstan signed the Lisbon Convention. Standard credential evaluation processes also accept them all over the world.

Our working hours are from 12 AM to 4 PM Swiss time, Monday to Friday.

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Global Offices:

  • 📍 Zurich Office: AAHES – Autonomous Academy of Higher Education in Switzerland, Freilagerstrasse 39, 8047 Zurich, Switzerland

  • 📍 Luzern Office: ISBM Switzerland – International School of Business Management, Lucerne, Industriestrasse 59, 6034 Luzern, Switzerland

  • 📍 Dubai Office: ISB Academy Dubai – Swiss International Institute in Dubai, UAE, CEO Building, Dubai Investment Park, Dubai, UAE

  • 📍 Ajman Office: VBNN Smart Education Group (VBNN FZE LLC) – Amber Gem Tower, Ajman, UAE

  • 📍 London Office (soon): OUS Academy London / Swiss Academy in the United Kingdom, 167–169 Great Portland Str, London W1W 5PF, England, UK

  • 📍 Riga Office: Amber Academy, Stabu Iela 52, LV-1011 Riga, Latvia

  • 📍 Osh Office: KUIPI Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute, Gafanzarova Street 53, Dzhandylik, Osh, Kyrgyz Republic

  • 📍 Bishkek Office: SIU Swiss International University, 74 Shabdan Baatyr Street, Bishkek City, Kyrgyz Republic

  • 📍 U7Y Journal – Unveiling Seven Continents Yearbook (ISSN 3042-4399)

  • 📍 ​Online: OUS International Academy in Switzerland®, SDBS Swiss Distance Business School®, SOHS Swiss Online Hospitality School®, YJD Global Center for Diplomacy®

For quality assurance, all office visits must be scheduled in advance. Appointments ensure that an academic expert is available to support you.

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