Dr. Johan Six

Professor

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Biography

Johan Six is a Full Professor at the Department of Environmental Systems Science at ETH Zurich. His research focuses on the complex interactions among soil, crops, and the environment. He works on the development of sustainable agricultural practices, emphasizing soil health, nutrient cycling, and the role of organic matter in agricultural systems. His contributions to the field include investigations into the impact of agricultural practices on biodiversity and ecosystem services. He is deeply involved in multidisciplinary research projects that aim to improve agricultural sustainability in the context of global change.

Research Interests

Environmental Systems Science Sustainable Agriculture Soil Health Nutrient Cycling Biodiversity Ecosystem Services

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.