Doctoral Studies

Welcome and thank you for your interest in a doctorate at D-BSSE.

Doctoral studies form an important pillar of the educational efforts at D-BSSE since they represent the transition from learning to original scientific research. A doctorate is based on the three corner stones of research, teaching, and education. A central part of the doctorate is independent and original scientific research conducted under the supervision of a D-BSSE thesis supervisor. Doctoral students contribute significantly to the department’s research achievements and success.

If interested in a doctorate, please visit the website of the central Doctoral Administration of ETH Zurich. It provides you with extensive information on general questions and issues about a doctorate at ETH, e.g. application process, doctoral study programmes.

If you would like to have more information about a doctorate at D-BSSE, please stay on this site. The links below offer quick access to relevant information about your doctoral studies.

Timeline of doctoral studies at D-BSSE

Timeline D-BSSE doctorate

For a detailed overview of the timeline of doctoral studies at D-BSSE see the infographic.

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