Visiting studies at D-USYS: Incoming
We are pleased that you are interested in the ETH Zurich and the course of studies Environmental Sciences. Here you can find out everything you need to know about your stay with us.
Prerequisites
We expect interested students to have a good record of achievement and to be supported by their university of origin.
In addition, we require the necessary knowledge of the language of instruction. At Bachelor’s level, there is only a selection of courses taught in English, however, at Master’s level the language of instruction is English.
Semester dates
| Autumn Semester 2024 | 16.09.2024 - 20.12.2024 | Showadd |
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| Calendar weeks 38 - 51 | ||
| Spring Semester 2025 | 17.02.2025 - 30.05.2025 | Showadd |
| Calendar weeks 8 - 22 | ||
| Autumn Semester 2025 | 15.09.2025 - 19.12.2025 | Showadd |
| Calendar weeks 38 – 51 | ||
| Spring Semester 2026 | 16.02.2026 - 29.05.2026 | Showadd |
| Calendar weeks 8 - 22 | ||
| Autumn Semester 2026 | 14.09.2026 - 18.12.2026 | Showadd |
| Calendar weeks 38 - 51 | ||
Other important dates at ETH Zurich and the dates of examination sessions are published in the academic calendar.
Choice of courses
Exchange students must take a minimum of at least 20 ECTS credits worth of courses per semester and can choose these freely from all levels of courses at the Environmental Sciences degree programme at ETH Zurich. Usually, exchange students can also write their Master’s thesis at one of our six research institutes. It is important that your study plan is well coordinated with the curriculum at your university of origin.
Course Catalogue of ETH Zurich
How to apply
Applications for visiting study programmes in Environmental Sciences are made using the online portal of the Student Exchange Office.
Transcript of records
At the end of their exchange programme and before returning to their university of origin, students must request their transcript of records from the administration office.
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