Profile and Strategy

Learn what the University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden stands for, what its mission is, and how it is shaping its future.

The University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden is committed to dynamic thinking and proactive action. With this approach, it shapes the future. Its degree and continuing education programs are geared toward practical challenges in business and society. It supports more than 2,500 students in undergraduate and continuing education programs as they develop into responsible individuals.

Its programs cover the fields of “Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Tourism,” “Media, Technology, and IT,” “Business, Services, and Information Science,” and “Health.” In its interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research, the university focuses on applied future technologies, development in the Alpine region, and entrepreneurship. Through its activities, the University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden contributes to the success and competitiveness of individuals, institutions, and regions. To this end, it is firmly rooted in the region, plays a significant role in Switzerland, and has an international reach.

Due to its location in the heart of the Alps, away from metropolitan areas and surrounded by rugged nature, the University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden has always been challenged to be more innovative in the content of its programs and their implementation. The university considers it a privilege to develop “bolder” ideas for success. In addition to this pioneering spirit, Alpine communities have historically had to rely on one another and work together to thrive in this environment. This lived solidarity and the culture of the three languages—German, Romansh, and Italian—are central characteristics of Graubünden’s DNA. Through its degree programs and research projects, as well as in its role as an employer, the University of Applied Sciences proudly carries this Graubünden DNA to the rest of the country and out into the world.

The University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden fulfills a fourfold mission in teaching, continuing education, applied research and development, and services. It trains specialists and managers, develops application-oriented knowledge, and makes this knowledge available to the business sector, the public sector, and society.

Through its role as a hub, it gathers knowledge, expertise, and developments from outside the canton and brings them to Graubünden. At the same time, it shares insights, experiences, and solutions from the region with national and international networks.

In this way, the University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden strengthens Graubünden as a center for higher education and research and contributes to the innovation and competitiveness of individuals, institutions, and regions. Its activities are aligned with the cantonal strategy for higher education and research.

Our Vision 2036 is: “As an agile university of applied sciences, we are boldly and sustainably shaping the future.” The vision, mission, and values provide the University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden with a shared direction. They describe its long-term vision, its four-part mandate, and the principles that guide its actions.

The 2025–2028 Strategy outlines the first phase of the 2025–2036 strategic cycle. The focus is on the future of education, strengthening research, and the opening of the new University of Applied Sciences Center as a shared campus. In this way, the strategy provides guidance for the positioning and long-term development of the University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden.

Quality is a key factor in the success of the University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden. The university aligns its quality management with the expectations and requirements of its stakeholders and continuously develops its expertise.

In 2025, the University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden was institutionally reaccredited without any conditions. The accreditation is valid through June 19, 2032.

The University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden operates and evolves in a responsible manner. It integrates the principles of sustainable development into its management and support functions, teaching and continuing education, as well as research and services. In doing so, it is guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Participation, diversity, and equal opportunity are integral parts of a responsible higher education culture. Members of the university community can participate in opinion-forming and decision-making processes. The University of Applied Sciences of Graubünden creates the conditions for recognition, equality, participation, and the protection of personal integrity.