Dr. Jannis Epting

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jannis Epting is a research associate in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Basel. His expertise focuses on environmental science with a special interest in the management of radioactive waste. He works in the Schilling group at the university, where he conducts research related to deep geological disposal of hazardous materials. Jannis has been actively involved in various projects aimed at understanding the complexities of landfill technologies and their environmental impacts. He is well-versed in interdisciplinary approaches that bridge science, policy, and technology. Epting engages in academia through facilitating courses at the university and contributing to the development of educational materials in the field. His research is often characterized by collaboration with other scientists and participation in seminars and workshops on environmental sustainability.

Research Interests

Courses

ETH Course: 651-4074-00L Landfills Deep Geological Disposal Radioactive Waste

Requirements for University of Basel

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 180 ECTS Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects (e.g., 90 ECTS in Math/CS for Data Science)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or current transcript of records
  • Diploma Supplement (if available)
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of valid passport or ID card
  • Evidence of language proficiency (C1 level recommended for English/German programs)
  • Proof of payment of application fee (CHF 100)
Specialization Notes

The University of Basel generally requires C1 level proficiency in the language of instruction. For most English-taught Masters, TOEFL (min 92-95) or IELTS (min 7.0) is the standard.