Dr. Craig Walton

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Biography

Craig Robert Walton is a lecturer at ETH Zurich in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences. His research focuses on isotopic geochemistry, providing insights into geological processes and systems. Through his work, he engages with a variety of projects that explore the interactions between geochemical cycles and environmental changes. Walton has contributed significantly to the field through his teaching and numerous publications, prioritizing the integration of innovative methodologies in geochemistry. His expertise extends to analyzing isotopic compositions, which allows for a deeper understanding of Earth’s processes.

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.