Dr. Anna Vagstad

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Biography

Anna Vagstad is a lecturer at ETH Zurich in the Department of Biology. She specializes in microbiology, focusing on various aspects of microbial life and its applications in biotechnology. Her research has broader implications in environmental science and health, examining how microorganisms interact with their environments and influence ecological systems. With a strong academic background, she contributes to both teaching and research initiatives within her department, fostering a learning environment that encourages scientific inquiry and collaboration among students and faculty alike.

Research Interests

Microbiology Environmental Science Biotechnology

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Teaching various courses in microbiology and supervising student research projects.

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.