Dr. Arne Wahlen

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Biography

Arne Wahlen is a lecturer at ETH Zurich in the Department of Materials. His work focuses on advancing research in materials science, with particular emphasis on the interrelationship between materials' properties and processing techniques. Wahlen has contributed significantly to the understanding of novel materials, particularly in the context of engineering applications. He is involved in teaching and mentoring students, guiding them in both theoretical and practical aspects of materials engineering. Through his research and educational initiatives, Wahlen aims to foster a deeper understanding of material behavior, driving innovation in the 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.