Dr. Erik De Vos

Professor

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Biography

Erik de Vos is a professor at ETH Zurich specializing in the study of multifunctional ferroic materials. His research focuses on developing and characterizing materials that exhibit a combination of ferroelectric and magnetic properties, aiming to explore their potential applications in next-generation electronic devices. Through his academic work, Erik has contributed significantly to understanding the fundamental physics of ferroics, the mechanisms underlying their multifunctionality, and innovative approaches for material synthesis. He collaborates with international researchers and industrial partners to advance the field and promote practical implementations of his findings. He is involved in teaching both undergraduate and graduate students, guiding them through complex topics in materials science and engineering, and inspiring a new generation of scientists 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.