Dr. Ralph Hansmann

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ralph Hansmann is a Privatdozent at ETH Zurich, specializing in the Department of Environmental Systems Science. With extensive expertise in environmental systems analysis, Ralph has contributed significantly to the research and understanding of sustainable environmental management and resource utilization. His work often involves modeling and assessing the impacts of environmental policies and technologies. He aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and practical applications to enhance decision-making in environmental governance. Ralph is actively involved in teaching and mentoring students in environmental science programs, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to tackling complex environmental issues. He has a strong background in environmental engineering and systems thinking, equipping him to address contemporary challenges in sustainability and environmental protection.

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.