Dr. Peter Bühlmann

Professor

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Biography

Peter L. Bühlmann is a professor at the Department of Mathematics at ETH Zurich, specializing in statistical theory and methods. His research primarily focuses on statistical learning, high dimensional statistics, and causal inference. He has published numerous articles in leading journals and has contributed significantly to the development of methodologies in statistical science. Bühlmann is known for his work on the Lasso and its applications in modern statistical modeling. He actively participates in academic conferences and collaborates with researchers worldwide, enhancing the understanding and application of statistical techniques across various fields.

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.