Dr. Kristina Shea

Professor

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Biography

Kristina Shea is a full professor at ETH Zürich in the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering, where she leads the Chair of Engineering Design and Computing. Her academic interests encompass a wide range of disciplines within engineering design, particularly focusing on computer-aided design and the integration of machine learning techniques in engineering applications. Her work emphasizes the development of innovative design methodologies that leverage computational tools to enhance decision-making processes in engineering. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she is actively involved in research projects aimed at advancing the field of engineering design through collaboration with industry partners. Kristina Shea has published numerous articles in prestigious journals and frequently presents her research at international conferences. Her contributions to the field have been recognized through various awards and honors throughout her career. She is also dedicated to mentoring students and fostering an inclusive educational environment.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Leading the Chair of Engineering Design and Computing, focusing on the integration of machine learning in engineering design.

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.