The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich), commonly referred to as ETHZ, was established in 1855. It is located in Zurich, Switzerland, and was founded in 1984 by the Swiss Federal Government, with the goal of educating scientists and engineers.
ETHZ is subordinate directly to the Swiss Federal Department of Home Affairs. It serves as a hub for industry and the scientific community, and is renowned for excellence in technology and science. Programs are offered in management, mathematics, engineering, technology and science.