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Erasmus+ promotes the international mobility of students and staff, the quality and recognition of academic achievements, and collaboration with European and international partner institutions.

Through Erasmus+, the HfH strengthens its international network and contributes to the further development of inclusive education in Europe.

Erasmus Code: CH ZURICH17

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Internationalisation is an integral part of the overall strategy of the Interkantonale Hochschule für Heilpädagogik (HfH). It supports the institution’s mission of «Education for All» and contributes to enabling participation in social, cultural and economic life for people with disabilities, impairments or disadvantages.

As a specialised university of teacher education in the fields of special needs education, speech and language therapy, psychomotor therapy, early childhood intervention and sign language interpreting, the HfH operates at the intersection of education, inclusion and societal development. Internationalisation strengthens this profile by fostering the exchange of perspectives, pedagogical approaches and research-based knowledge across national borders.

The HfH is locally and inter-cantonally rooted, nationally recognised and internationally connected. International cooperation in education, research and professional practice enables the institution to anticipate future challenges in inclusive education and to actively contribute to international discourse in the field of special needs education.

A key objective of the HfH’s internationalisation strategy is the development of professional, intercultural and reflective competencies among students and staff. Student and staff mobility, international cooperation projects and virtual forms of internationalisation are systematically embedded in study programmes, continuing education, research and institutional development.

In line with its inclusive mission, the HfH places particular emphasis on equal access, diversity and participation. International mobility and cooperation activities are designed to be accessible and inclusive, taking into account heterogeneous educational backgrounds, life situations and individual needs. Flexible study formats, part-time options and digital learning environments support participation for students with fewer opportunities.

Internationalisation at home plays a central role in the strategy of the HfH. International perspectives are integrated into curricula, teaching formats and campus life through guest lecturers, international projects, blended learning formats and the active involvement of incoming students and staff. Digitalisation is understood as a key enabler for inclusive and sustainable internationalisation, including virtual exchanges, blended mobilities and blended intensive programmes.

Through a strong International Office, adequate infrastructure and dedicated resources, the HfH ensures professional implementation of international activities and the alignment of internationalisation with its overall strategic goals. In this way, internationalisation contributes directly to the quality of education, research and services, and to the continuous development of an inclusive higher education institution.

The Interkantonale Hochschule für Heilpädagogik (HfH) is committed to the principles and objectives of the Erasmus+ Programme and recognises Erasmus+ as a key instrument for implementing its internationalisation strategy.

Through participation in Erasmus+ mobility and cooperation actions, the HfH aims to enhance the quality, relevance and inclusiveness of its study programmes, teaching, research and professional practice. Erasmus+ supports the development of academic, professional, linguistic and intercultural competences of students and staff, preparing them to meet the challenges of inclusive education in an increasingly globalised society.

Student mobility for studies and traineeships is embedded in the curricula and recognised through the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). Staff mobility for teaching and training is promoted as a means of professional development, pedagogical innovation and institutional learning. Mobility activities contribute to curriculum development, quality enhancement and the strengthening of international partnerships.

In line with its institutional mission, the HfH places particular emphasis on inclusion, equal opportunities and non-discrimination within Erasmus+ activities. The institution actively supports participants with fewer opportunities and seeks to remove academic, social and financial barriers to participation. Flexible study structures, individual support and targeted information ensure equitable access to mobility and cooperation opportunities.

The HfH promotes international cooperation projects within Erasmus+ as a means of fostering innovation, applied research and knowledge exchange with partner institutions, schools and professional organisations. Students and staff are encouraged and supported throughout the application and implementation phases, with administrative assistance provided by the International Office.

Digitalisation and sustainability are key cross-cutting priorities of the HfH’s Erasmus+ implementation. The institution is committed to the gradual implementation of the European Student Card Initiative and the promotion of digital mobility management tools. Environmentally friendly practices are encouraged in the organisation of mobility and cooperation activities, including the promotion of sustainable travel options and virtual components.

By adhering to the principles of the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education, the HfH ensures transparency, academic recognition, quality assurance and continuous improvement in all Erasmus+ activities. Erasmus+ is thus an essential pillar for strengthening the international dimension of the HfH and for contributing to inclusive and high-quality education in Europe and beyond.

Support for HfH students in planning and organizing study and internship stays abroad. For detailed information on outbound programss (Website in German)

Support and assistance for international exchange students during their stay at the HfH. See detailed information on incoming students