Dr. Alexander Leonard

Instructor

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Biography

Alexander Leonard is a Lecturer at ETH Zurich in the Department of Environmental Systems Science, where he focuses on the genomics of animals and its applications in the field of environmental science. His research integrates genomic data with environmental and biological metrics to advance the understanding of species adaptation and response to environmental changes. He oversees various academic projects and contributes to teaching programs aimed at equipping students with the necessary skills to analyze genomic data effectively. Leonard is also involved in developing collaborative initiatives that bridge genomics and environmental policy, promoting the use of genomic information in conservation efforts.

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.