Overview
About the program
The chemical sciences are of vital importance in the modern world, and the research undertaken in our Institute spans fundamental studies in theoretical chemistry and biochemistry to applications in devices and engineering. This doctoral program in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering is offered at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne
Programme Structure
Research areas include:- Analytical Chemistry
- Chemical Biology
- Chemical Engineering
- Computational Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Renewable Energy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Applications must be fully submitted prior to the given deadlines January 15th, April 30th and September 15th.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Chemical Engineering Chemistry View 5 other PhDs in Chemistry in SwitzerlandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- At the time of enrollment with this doctoral program, an applicant should have a four or five-year Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with background in Chemistry or Chemical engineering.
- Grade records from all attended universities. Scanned transcripts must include all grade records and the grading scale used by the institution.
- Diplomas (as far as already available) or an official attestation issued by your registrar’s office stating that you are in their undergraduate or graduate program, and when your degree certificate is expected to be issued.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Purpose
- Three letters of recommendation
- A copy of your passport or official identity document showing your name in full.
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 CHF per year during 48 months. -
National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 CHF per year during 48 months.
- EPFL doctoral students are usually enrolled with a dual status as employees of the school.
- CHF 1500 doctoral tax charged at the completion of the studies.
Living costs for Lausanne
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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