Dr. Erich Farkas

Professor

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Biography

Erich Farkas is a professor in the Department of Mathematics at ETH Zurich, with a focus on advanced topics in mathematical finance. He is actively involved in research and teaching, contributing to both the academic community and practical applications of mathematics in financial contexts. His work often intersects with computational methods, mathematical modeling, and statistical analysis, making significant contributions to the field. Professor Farkas has a strong commitment to mentoring students and fostering a collaborative research environment, encouraging innovative approaches to problem-solving in mathematics and finance.

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.