Dr. Livia Schubiger

Professor

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Biography

Livia Schubiger is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in the fields of Humanities and Social Political Sciences. Her academic work focuses on integrating science and diplomacy, as well as conflict research, particularly in relation to nationalism and geopolitics. Professor Schubiger is actively involved in teaching and developing courses that explore the intersection of data science and international relations, addressing critical issues such as gender, norms, and violence. Her research contributions have significantly advanced the understanding of simulation negotiations and the dynamics of conflict in a global context.

Research Interests

Simulation Negotiations Science Diplomacy Conflict Research Nationalism Geopolitics Data Science

Courses

Simulation Negotiations: Integrating Science Diplomacy Conflict Research II: Nationalism Return Geopolitics Conflict Research II: Nationalism Return Geopolitics (Without Exercises) Topics International Relations Data Science: Gender, Norms, Violence

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.