Dr. Louis König

Professor

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Biography

Louis Andreas König is a Professor at ETH Zurich, focusing on Forest Ecology. His research encompasses various aspects of forest ecosystems, including biodiversity, forest management, and climate change effects on forest structures. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of forest dynamics and their responses to environmental changes. His work aims to integrate ecological theory with practical applications in sustainable forest practices, ensuring the resilience and health of forest ecosystems. König's academic contributions are recognized internationally, and he actively participates in collaborative research projects across Europe.

Research Interests

Forest Ecology Biodiversity Forest Management Climate Change Effects

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.