Dr. David Basin

Professor

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Biography

David Basin is a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Science at ETH Zurich, where he specializes in formal methods and security. His research focuses on the development and application of formal methods to various areas of computer science, particularly in verifying security protocols and the correctness of software systems. Basin has a distinguished career in the field of computer science and has contributed significantly to the advancement of methodologies and tools that increase the reliability and safety of software applications.

Research Interests

Formal Methods Security Protocols Software Verification

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.