Dr. Alexander Kossak

Professor

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Biography

Alexander Kossak is a Professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in Magnetism and Interface Physics. His research encompasses the study and manipulation of magnetic interactions at various interfaces, contributing to the development of advanced materials and technologies. His work has implications in areas such as spintronics, where the spin of electrons plays a key role in device functionality. Kossak's research outputs are published in several high-impact journals, and he actively engages in collaborative projects within the scientific community. He is known for his contributions to the understanding of complex magnetic behavior in low-dimensional systems and for developing innovative experimental techniques to probe these phenomena. Kossak's academic tenure has been marked by a commitment to advancing the field of physics through both teaching and research.

Research Interests

Requirements for ETH Zurich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:159
Verbal Percentile
Required:80
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:81
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Writing Percentile
Required:85
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a related field (Engineering, Natural Sciences, or Mathematics) Minimum 180 ECTS credits Subject-specific knowledge equivalent to ETH Bachelor's programs
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree diploma or transcript
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Two academic recommendation letters
  • English language proficiency certificate
  • GRE General Test (for non-EU/EFTA applicants)
Specialization Notes

The GRE is mandatory for students who did not obtain their Bachelor's degree in an EU/EFTA state. Some departments (e.g., Computer Science) have specific ECTS credit requirements in core subjects.