Interested in the Biology Master's
We asked our students what they think:
- Very broad range of research in the Department of Biology: from the molecular basis of cell functions to the molecular mechanisms of diseases (cancer, obesity, wound healing, ...) and the quantitative recording of entire systems
- Very wide variety of methods used to answer complex questions
- Work is very interdisciplinary
- Practice-oriented training
- Interface between academic research and clinical application
- Plenty of room for own ideas and solutions
We asked our students what they think:
- Strong practical relevance of teaching and exciting internships in various areas
- Great emphasis is placed on a sound basic education (physics, mathematics, statistics, chemistry)
- Professors seek contact with students and address their questions and concerns
- Curriculum makes it very easy to discover different subject areas and deepen your own interests at UZH after learning the basics
- Content and conceptually challenging curriculum in a nurturing and supportive environment
- Good opportunities for an exchange to another university
- Great laboratories with good international links -> career opportunities
- Great campus on Hönggerberg with food, sports, learning, music, event and residential infrastructure
- Excellent international reputation of ETH
Sources of information on choosing a degree programme and specialisation
Information on enrollment/application
For students in the Bachelor's program in Biology at ETH Zurich:
Enrollment in the Master's program is possible directly in myStudies. You can find more detailed information here.
This page also contains a link to an information sheet that lists and explains various scenarios (intermediate year before Master's, transfer of ECTS from Bachelor's to Master's, etc.). If you have any questions, please contact the Student Administration Office.
For all other interested persons:
You can apply for the degree program if you are interested. More information on the application process, deadlines, necessary documents and other aspects can be found on the website of the Admissions Office. Answers to frequently asked questions can also be found here.
Applications are submitted via the online application portal eApply. If you need help or support, please contact the support team using the form (button at the top right of the eApply page).