The study program in Informatics at the University of Zurich (UZH) offers a comprehensive education in computer science, combining theoretical foundations with practical applications. Students gain in-depth knowledge in areas such as software engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, and human-computer interaction. The curriculum emphasizes analytical thinking, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing graduates for careers in industry, research, or further academic study. UZH’s strong research environment and close ties to the local technology sector provide students with valuable opportunities for internships and hands-on experience.
Best Devices
The following laptops are the best-fitting devices for studying Business Administration, due to students recommendation, the programm requirements and sustainability.
MacBook Pro 16’’ M4 Pro
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“Unix ready, VMs/ Docker powerhouse”
System76 Lemur Pro
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“Lightweight, Linux-native”
Dell XPS 15
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“Strong Linux laptop, heavier”
Recomendations by the Programm Coordination
The following specifications are defined by the programm coordination and experts of the study programm of Business Administration.
Processor
AMD R5, Intel Core i5, Apple M1
Screensize and -resolution
13″ / Full HD
Operating system
licensed Windows 11 or licensed, current macOS
WebCam
yes
Memory (RAM)
16 GB
Battery life
7h with everyday use
Supported WLAN standard
standard 5 GHz; 6 GHz (WiFi 6E) recommended
Capacity SSD
512 GB SSD
Interfaces
1x USB-C plus 1x USB-A or USB-C (possibility of charging via USB-C)
Keyboard
physically available
Mostly Used Applications
The following applications and tools are often used in the field of Business Administration.
Microsoft M365
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Outlook, Teams, etc.
PyCharm
IDE used for programming with Python.
R Studio
Used for programming with R.