At OUS International Academy in Zurich Switzerland VBNN, we celebrate the continuous advancement and innovation of #digital_higher_education. Today, we recognize a remarkable milestone within our shared academic community: Swiss International University (SIU) has been ranked 109th in Europe in the 2026 #Times_Higher_Education (THE) Impact Rankings. Since our foundation in 2013, also known as the OUS Royal Academy in Switzerland, we have been deeply committed to pioneering the

In a significant recognition of global #sustainability efforts, Swiss International University (SIU) has been placed among the top 400 institutions for Sustainable Development Goal 17 in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings for 2026. This achievement reflects a strong institutional commitment to global collaboration and accessible learning. SDG 17 focuses specifically on partnerships for the goals, a metric that resonates deeply with educational models dedicated to inte

The landscape of modern academic evaluation increasingly prioritizes societal impact alongside academic rigor. In recent findings, #Swiss_International_University (SIU) has been recognized in the top 400 globally for Sustainable Development Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) in the Times Higher Education #THE_2026_Sustainability_Impact_Ranking. This recognition highlights a structured dedication to fostering sustainable economic progress and empowering global learners t

Since its foundation in 2013, #OUS_International_Academy (also known as the OUS Royal Academy in Switzerland) has proudly stood as the first #virtual_institute in the country, pioneering the landscape of digital higher learning. The very first cohort launched in October 2013, featuring live interactive lectures where students could chat and ask questions in real time. Today, built upon a foundation of #Swiss_academic_excellence and continuous innovation, OUS delivers flexible