Matura

High school diploma in German with international accreditation for entry to university

Each course in this programme is taught in German, except for foreign languages and some elective subjects. The Matura is the standard diploma in Switzerland and is mainly chosen by students from German-speaking countries. However, non-native speakers are also increasingly opting for this Swiss degree, as it is recognised and acclaimed by universities around the world.

Our combination options:

The range of major and minor subjects for the last two school years makes this diploma customisable, which is ideal for those who know the career they want to pursue later.

Art & Design, Biology & Chemistry, Physics & Applied Mathematics, Spanish as well as Business & Law are the so-called major (core) subjects.

Minor (supplementary) subjects include Chemistry, Economics & Law (taught in English), Geography, History (taught in English) and Information and Communications Technology.

Regulations for the Matura can be found here.

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Key features of the Swiss Matura

  • Large selection of major subjects
  • Various minor subjects for specialisation
  • General teaching language: German
  • Eligibility to study at all Swiss universities
  • Eligibility to study at international universities
  • Option of attending bilingual programme

Testimonial from first-hand experience

This is what our students Estelle and Valentina say about the Matura at the Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz.

Bilingual Matura G/E

Prestigious Swiss diploma combined with international culture

Students at the Lyceum Alpinum have the opportunity to choose the bilingual (German/​English) Matura programme in their last three years of school. In this programme, various major and minor subjects are taught exclusively in English.

Subjects in English

  • Biology, 4th – 6th grade, 2 lessons per week
  • History, 4th – 6th grade, 2 lessons per week
  • Geography, 4th – 5th grade, 2 or 3 lessons per week

For minor subjects, students choose between Economics & Law, History or ICT, 5th & 6th grade, 3 lessons per week

Language stay:

In 3rd grade, students experience a language stay of at least three weeks in an English-speaking region. The language stay serves to deepen their English language skills through immersive contact with native speakers. It takes place either during May or summer holidays. Students are exempt from school for one week after May holidays. However, proof of at least 60 lessons in English is a requirement.

Further information can also be found in the regulations for Bilingual Swiss Matura. Otherwise, education regulations for the Swiss Matura apply.

Admission to this programme is based on the performance level at the end of third grade. The following educational conditions must be met:

Main features of the Bilingual Swiss Matura German/English

  • Large selection of major subjects
  • Lessons in German and English
  • Minor subjects in German and English
  • Language stay (3 weeks)
  • Eligibility to study at all Swiss universities
  • Eligibility to study at international universities

Maturità Bilingua Grigionese I/G

A Swiss diploma in Italian and German

Since the school year 2015/16, students whose native language is Italian can graduate with the Swiss Matura in Italian and German. On successful completion, the Maturità Bilingua Grigionese” is then added to the Swiss Matura diploma certificate. Italiano and Storia courses are taught in the first language from 3rd to 6th grade.

Our institute values internationalism, and a multilingual education further unites a diversity of students.

Subjects in Italian:

  • Italian at native speaker level 3rd – 6th grade, 4 lessons per week
  • Storia, 3rd – 6th grade, 2 lessons per week

Otherwise, the Swiss Matura regulations apply.

Whether attending a university or technical college in Switzerland (Berne, Zurich, Basel, Lucerne, etc.) or internationally: with this qualification, our Italian-speaking students not only receive accredited admission to national and international study programmes, but also the best possible education in their native language.

Main features of the Maturità Bilingue Grigionese I/G

  • Native language „Italian“
  • Lessons in German and Italian
  • Eligibility to study at all Swiss universities
  • Eligibility to study at international universities
  • Large selection of major subjects
  • Various minor subjects for specialisation
  • Can not be combined with the bilingual Swiss Matura German/English