Dr. Andreas Prein

Professor

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Biography

Andreas Prein is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich in the Department of Environmental Systems Science. His research focuses on the development and application of high-resolution weather and climate models. He is particularly interested in understanding local and regional climate change impacts and is committed to enhancing the quality of climate projections. Prein has contributed to advancing the methodology for analyzing climate data and developing innovative solutions for environmental challenges. His work often involves collaboration with other scientists, policymakers, and practitioners aimed at promoting sustainable practices in the context of a changing climate. With a strong background in atmospheric science, he aims to guide research towards practical applications that address urgent issues related to weather extremes and climate variability.

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.