Dr. Lukas Hörtnagl

Professor

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Biography

Lukas Hörtnagl is a professor at ETH Zurich specializing in Grassland Sciences. His work focuses on the ecological aspects of grassland management and the sustainability of grassland ecosystems. He has a strong background in plant ecology and land-use systems and is involved in research that seeks to inform agricultural practices through scientific insights. His commitment to enhancing grassland productivity while maintaining ecological balance has contributed significantly to advancements in the field. He has published numerous papers on related topics and is actively engaged in educating future scientists about the importance of sustainable grassland management.

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.