Dr. Inga Nienkerke

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Biography

Inga Mareike Nienkerke is a Lecturer at the Department of Environmental Systems Science at ETH Zurich. Her work focuses on climate protection and adaptation measures within environmental science. She aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and practical applications to foster sustainable solutions by engaging with various stakeholders in the environmental sector. Nienkerke participates actively in interdisciplinary projects, seeking to integrate perspectives from research, policy-making, and local communities to address pressing climate issues. Her academic background supports a robust understanding of environmental systems and their socio-economic contexts, which guides her teaching and outreach efforts. She is committed to educating the next generation of environmental scientists and practitioners, emphasizing collaborative approaches to problem-solving that consider both ecological and human dimensions.

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.