Application

Requirements:

Educational background in environmental or civil engineering, or a related field.

Acknowledged university degree at the Master's level or equivalent achieved through job experience.

A good knowledge of English is necessary. The required skill level is C1, as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for languages. Specific language requirements are summarized at http://www.rektorat.ethz.ch/students/admission/master/how_to_apply/language/index_EN.

Application Steps:

• Step 1: Email the MAS Coordinator at darcy.molnar@ifu.baug.ethz.ch to express your interest in attending the Programme. Include the following documents with your email:
  1. CV
  2. Transcripts of university studies (Bachelor and Masters degrees)
  3. Motivation letter
  4. Research interests

• Step 2: Get information about the application process at
  http://www.zfw.ethz.ch/application/admission
  info@zfw.ethz.ch
  Please note: your application will be processed as soon as the online application form is submitted. You will be contacted by email regarding the status of your application.

• Step 3: Prepare your application materials:
  - one page motivation letter
  - curriculum vitae
  - transcripts of your past studies
  - one page thesis topic proposal
  -1 reference from an employer or university professor

• Step 4: Official application deadline is March 31. Upon request, the deadline can be extended to June 15.
  Apply to the MAS Programme online, at https://www.eapply.ethz.ch/mas.

• Step 5: Send all application materials by mail to
  ETH Zürich
  Centre for Continuing Education
  HG E18.1
  Rämistrasse 101
  CH-8092 Zürich
  Switzerland

• Step 6: Apply for scholarships or secure your own funding. Applicants that need a visa for Switzerland must prove that they have sufficient financial means. Annual living costs in Switzerland are estimated at CHF 21'000 (approximately $18'000).

• Step 7: As soon as your application to the MAS is approved, contact the Swiss embassy in your home country to apply for a visa.
  For information on visa requirements, check http://www.bfm.admin.ch/bfm/en/home/themen/einreise/merkblatt_einreise.html