Dr. Jiacheng Tian

Distinguished Professor

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Biography

Jiacheng Tian is a doctoral student in the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics group at ETH Zurich. His research investigates the Earth's thermal evolution and mantle convection dynamics through the development of geodynamic models. These models are constrained by geochemical observations, including the Samarium-Neodymium (Sm-Nd), Hafnium-Tungsten (Hf-W), and noble gas isotopic systems, enabling a comprehensive study of the Earth's long-term interior evolution. He applies his modeling approach to ascertain the thermal history and tectonic processes of planetary bodies such as the Moon and Venus.

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.