Master of Science [M.S] (Biotechnology)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
$1,723 /Yr
CHf1,460 /Yr
- The Master´s degree program in Biotechnology from ETH Zurich provides a scientific education in biotechnology with a focus on systems biology and synthetic biology.
- Together with a mentor, students create an individual study plan that allows for a flexible choice of courses. In addition to selected core and advanced courses, electives in biotechnology-specific topics also serve to broaden knowledge in related subject areas.
- Familiarity with scientific working methods and in-depth insights into current research topics are achieved through project work, e.g. research projects. The program is completed with an eight-month master's thesis in a current research topic.
- The Master's degree qualifies for advanced development activities in biomedical research and development, the pharmaceutical industry and diagnostics, the chemical industry, the food and feed industry, biotechnological apparatus and plant engineering and the corresponding sectors of public administration, associations and consulting.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Start Date For 2025 Intake | Dec 1, 2024 |
Application Deadline For 2024 Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $1723 (CHF 1460) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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RENT | $12036 (CHF 10200) |
MEAL | $7930 (CHF 6720) |
BOOKS | $1770 (CHF 1500) |
PERSONAL EXPENSES | $2266 (CHF 1920) |
Total Cost | $24002 (CHF 20340) |
- Compulsory semester fee 74.00 CHF (6789 INR)
- Solidarity Fund for Foreign Students 5.00 CHF (458 INR)
- SOSeth membership (in German) 5.00 CHF ( 458 INR)
- Student Union VSETH membership (in German) 10.00 CHF (917 INR)
- Health Insurance 1320 CHF (1,21,115 INR)
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
- A bachelor's degree in Biology, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Natural Sciences, or other disciplines with a strong theoretical-mathematical background.
- A minimum background in biology, mathematics, and computer science.
- A GPA of 3.2 or higher.
- A strong research proposal.
- Applicants must have a good command of English. They must submit a certificate of English proficiency, such as IELTS or TOEFL.The minimum required level is C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Required Document List
- Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology or a related field from a recognized university. Transcripts must be translated into English or German and must be certified by an authorized translator.
- Applicants must have a valid language certificate in German or English. The minimum required level is B2 for German and C1 for English.
- Applicants must submit a CV that summarizes their academic and professional experience
- Applicants must submit their GRE test scores
- Applicants must submit a motivation letter that explains their interest in the ETH Zurich Master of Biotechnology program and their career goals
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