Dr. Patrik Schmutz

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Biography

Patrik Schmutz is a Lecturer at ETH Zurich in the Department of Materials. He specializes in joining technologies and corrosion, focusing on advancing knowledge in these areas through rigorous research and innovative teaching practices. Schmutz has contributed to various projects aimed at improving material performance and durability, particularly in environments subject to corrosive conditions. His academic work is backed by a solid educational foundation and extensive experience in materials science, enhancing the academic environment at ETH Zurich. Schmutz is also actively engaged with students, fostering their understanding of materials engineering principles within practical contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2020-01-01 — Present

ETH Zurich • Dübendorf, Switzerland

Teaching and conducting research in the field of materials, focusing on joining technologies and corrosion.

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.