Switzerland’s hands-on learning approach is winning over Indian students in 2026

23 February 2026

If you think that real-world readiness should be the focus of learning, you are not alone. More Indian students are now questioning their study-abroad plans and opting for destinations where learning real-life skills and knowledge go hand in hand. Switzerland is slowly emerging as a wise destination for students who believe that their learning should be directly linked to what’s next in their professional lives.

Studying in Switzerland is no longer just about expanding one’s horizons. It’s about entering a world of modern and down-to-earth learning that transcends the conventional learning environment. Indian students are slowly understanding that learning about how things work in the real world of industries is as important as solving textbooks. This new attitude makes the Swiss approach to learning even more attractive.

The Swiss approach to learning is all about skill-based learning. Live projects, group activities, workshops immerse students into real-world work environments immediately; they are moving away from focusing only on how they would prepare for exams to figuring out how they can apply what they learned in real-world business/professional settings via multiple instructors, which boosts their confidence levels and also gives them the skills needed to succeed in a competitive job marketplace. 

Switzerland will be enhancing its academic learning style again in 2026 so its educational institutions can meet the current global industry standards; therefore the focus of educational institutions has changed to an emphasis on developing career-based courses geared to developing innovation, creativity and problem solving skill sets. Digital simulations and innovation based modules will help prepare international students for their next generation job roles and the expectations of the global economy.

For Indian students pursuing practical knowledge in their degree courses can provide them with all of the advantages they may need to succeed in the future as well as provide them with insights into different cultures around the world, improve their ability to work within groups/teams and provide them with additional experience in the industry prior to completing their degree. In this way the transition to working in the corporate world from college will be much smoother.

At BCES Admissions Abroad, we understand that selecting a country to study in is a life-altering experience. Our purpose is to guide students towards opportunities where education is not confined to the classroom but is linked to the development of the world around them. With the need for future-ready skills on the rise, Switzerland is the best destination for Indian students who want to learn with purpose. If you are considering Switzerland, contact us today at +91 9319996328.