How to write a recommendation letter for studying in Switzerland

1. How to write a recommendation letter for studying in Switzerland?

When filling out the application for studying in Switzerland, the recommendation letter for studying in Switzerland is very important. A good recommendation letter can even get twice the result with half the effort for applicants studying in Switzerland. When writing a recommendation letter for studying in Switzerland, it is inevitable to mention the character of the recommended person. Introducing everyone's unique personality is also very particular. The following aspects are appreciated by Swiss universities. I hope that through this article, I can provide some powerful help to students who want to study in Switzerland, and at the same time, I can think of my own advantages as soon as possible when writing or looking for a Swiss study agent to write for me, so as to avoid some negative information.

(1) Learning ability: talent, imagination, creativity, analytical thinking ability, and the possibility of graduate students' success.

(2) Academic achievements: rich in knowledge, knowledge, achievements or achievements in this field, diligent and eager to learn, and actively explore.

(3) Language ability: English listening, speaking, reading and writing ability, reading ability in languages other than English.

(4) Moral conduct: honesty, sincerity, responsibility, cooperation, enthusiasm, consciousness, ethical standards and reliability.

2. Matters needing attention in writing letters of recommendation for studying in Switzerland

1, write a recommendation letter as soon as possible, because it takes some time to write a recommendation letter, and it also needs to cooperate with the teacher's time to complete this recommendation letter. So draft the recommendation letter early so that your teacher has enough time to complete the recommendation letter together.

Tell more and more information about yourself to the teacher who wrote you a letter of recommendation, so that he can master as much as possible about your advantages. Of course, don't be too empty when describing it. In addition, tell the teacher when the school you want to apply for will close, so as not to delay the application.

3. Typing or letter fonts used in recommendation letters can be selected according to your own referees, and can also be used to distinguish different referees.

If it is about your own characteristics, the teacher can't know it in general logic, so don't mention it. For example, if the professor who wrote you a letter of recommendation is a formal subject, it is impossible for him to know your performance in some extracurricular activities or the classroom performance of other subjects. If other professors haven't said it, then he can't know and comment. In addition, teachers generally don't know much about how long it took them to write their own reports, so don't mention it in the recommendation letter.

5. The recommendation letter should be short and powerful. Don't use too many adjectives, such as hard-working and responsible, just use some appropriately, so as not to be too formal and fall into the stereotype.

6. The referees you choose are as relevant as possible to the subject you are studying. For example, if you want to apply for English subjects in the future, then the referee is your English teacher. Or if you want to study in a famous Swiss school, it will be more useful for people from famous Swiss schools to write letters of recommendation to themselves.

7. The letter also mentioned some "shortcomings". If the whole letter is your own advantage, it is naturally inappropriate. If you can properly write some of your own shortcomings in your letter, your recommendation letter will be more authentic.

3. Detailed explanation of the application process for studying in Swiss universities

1. Choose the appropriate degree course.

Switzerland has many disciplines, especially financial accounting, economic management, international law, information technology, biochemical medical treatment and environmental protection, and enjoys a high reputation in the world. The following are some popular choices: Master of Human Medicine, Master of Civil Engineering, Master of Computer Science, Master of Physics, Master of International Business, etc.

Choose a suitable Swiss university

There are two famous universities of science and engineering in Switzerland, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and Swiss EPFL University, which are directly under the federal government. ETH in Zurich is almost equivalent to MIT, and others are state-owned universities. Well-known universities include the University of Zurich (UZH), the University of Saint Gallen (HSG), Adolphe merke Institute and the University of Geneva (UNI), where I graduated.

3. Application preparation

Switzerland offers a variety of research options, many of which are highly focused on research. Pay attention to the research direction, major, school and other rankings when applying, and carefully select the degree after collecting all relevant information. Check the exact entrance requirements for each degree course and the specific standards for medical, dental and veterinary degrees. For outstanding students, you can look for scholarship opportunities in Switzerland.

Apply for qualification

You know, most Swiss universities don't recognize certain qualifications, such as distance education certificate, evening school certificate, vocational or part-time high school certificate. If you don't confirm your certificate or qualification, you will get a complete Swiss (or national) semester exam. It is absolutely not recommended to take this kind of exam, because you don't know the form and content of the exam, and it is conducted in the small language of your state.

5. How to apply

Fill in the online application form of the university website.

Pay the application fee.

Upload all supporting documents before the deadline.

6. Language proof

German: DSH, TestDaF, OSD, telc

French: Delve or DALF

English: IELTS, TOEFL

If you don't have a language certificate, you can take a language test at the university and decide whether your level is enough for you to finish your studies according to your grades. Not all universities offer this option, please contact the school. Finally, don't take the language test organized by the school. I went to school with TEF -C 1, but Switzerland did not accept TEF scores and took the language test organized by Geneva University. I was rejected directly, because the first question was actually listening and writing comments, and I was given a blank sheet of paper directly. ...

7. Required application documents

Sign and print out your application form.

Two passport photos

Copy of id card

Official transcripts of college attendance.

High school diploma or undergraduate diploma

Language proficiency certificate (German/French/English)

personal record

Proof of payment of application fee (delayed application 100- 150 Swiss francs or 400 Swiss francs)

Personal thesis/motivation letter (this is very important, a good application motivation letter is related to whether you will be recognized and admitted by your tutor)

8. Additional documents for students applying for doctoral programs

The recommendation letter of the tutor was approved to guide the doctoral thesis and agreed to ignore your research.

If it is the last year of senior three and you don't get the diploma, you can provide the results within one year, but you must send a copy of the final exam results as soon as possible.

All certificates and transcripts are provided by translators in English, French, German or Italian. In addition to translation, some universities will also require the official documents of your school or university, and explain the grading and evaluation system.

9. Deadline for applications from Swiss universities

The deadline for applying to a Swiss university varies, depending on the university you apply for. Students are usually advised to submit their applications in the spring semester in order to start their studies in the next academic year.

Autumn term: 65438+February 1 to April 30th.

Spring term: May 1 to165438+1October 30th.

If you need a Swiss visa, it is recommended to follow the following deadlines: 12, 1, with the autumn semester starting from February 28th and the spring semester from May 1 to September 30th.

In some cases, doctoral applications have different deadlines:

Autumn semester: to 10, 15.

Spring term: as of March 3 1.

10. The last step after receiving the letter of admission.

Non-EU students must apply for a visa. If you need a student visa, you can apply to the embassy or consulate.

All foreigners studying in Switzerland need to obtain a residence permit. Usually, the local immigration office applies for a residence permit within 14 days after arriving in Switzerland.

Buy health insurance. EU students automatically obtain the basic medical qualification of European medical insurance card. EU and non-EU students must pay extra health insurance upon arrival.