Dr. Annica Mandola

Professor

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Biography

Annica Mandola is a Professor of Climate Geology at ETH Zurich, specializing in the study of climate change and its geological impacts. Her research focuses on understanding past climate variations and their influence on natural systems, contributing to a better understanding of current climate trends and future projections. She is actively involved in interdisciplinary projects that integrate geology, climatology, and environmental science. Annica has published extensively in top-tier journals, sharing insights on the dynamics of climate-related geological processes. Her work aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and societal implications, emphasizing the importance of geological data in climate policy and environmental management. She mentors students and leads seminars on climate geology, driving forward the next generation of researchers in this critical field.

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.