Switzerland has two chairs of aesthetics, one of which is at ZHdK. Thus, its chair of aesthetics and the RFA distinguish ZHdK from other higher education institutions. Both are internationally connected and highly acclaimed across Switzerland and internationally.
RFA staff are invited to numerous conferences and symposia, publish worldwide, are internationally connected, serve as visiting professors, are awarded residencies, and are supported by foundations. Other activities include providing expert opinion, providing services for foundations and boards of trustees, and serving on appointment and other committees. RFA staff also teach on continuing education programmes (CAS) at the University of Zurich and cooperate with all departments at ZHdK.