Dr. Friederike Brütsch

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Biography

Friederike Brütsch is a staff member at the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at ETH Zurich. Her research focuses on understanding the processes governing Earth and planetary systems, utilizing interdisciplinary approaches that incorporate geology, geophysics, and astrobiology. She is actively engaged in various projects aimed at investigating planetary environments and their evolution over time. Her work contributes to the broader scientific understanding of Earth's history and the potential for life on other planets. Friederike is committed to advancing scientific inquiry through collaboration and education, fostering opportunities for students and researchers alike to explore the complexities of Earth and its planetary counterparts.

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.