Biology

Program Description

The MSc in Biology offers an advanced research-based education in the core subjects of Biology and the Life Sciences. The focus is on experimental scientific work. The subject and methodological education is complemented with electives in the humanities, social and political sciences.
The programme offers nine areas of specialisation (Majors):
- Ecology and Evolution
- Neurosciences
- Microbiology and Immunology
- Cell Biology
- Plant Biology
- Systems Biology
- Biochemistry
- Structural Biology and Biophysics
- Biological Chemistry
The programme covers two semesters of coursework, including two 12-week projects, plus a six-month Master's thesis.

Program Details

Institution

Department of Biology

Duration

18 Months

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Full Time

Qualification

MSc

Entry Requirements

The equivalent of an ETH Bachelor's degree in Biology. The programme requires a solid basic education in Biology and Chemistry, fundamental knowledge of Mathematics and other scientific disciplines and methodological scientific thinking.

Application Process

Application period: For all applicants: 30 October – 15 December for entry into the following Autumn Semester (mid-September).
Additional application period for applicants with a Bachelor’s degree from a Swiss or EU university: 1 March – 15 April. See http://www.admission.ethz.ch/master for details.