Dr. Sara Löfqvist

Professor

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Biography

Sara Löfqvist is a professor specializing in Global Ecosystem Ecology at ETH Zurich, one of the leading universities in science and technology. Her research focuses on understanding ecological systems and the interactions within them, particularly how these dynamics are influenced by global change. She has published extensively on topics related to ecosystem functioning, biodiversity, and the impact of human activities on natural ecosystems. Sara is known for her contributions to the understanding of ecosystem services and sustainability, aiming to bridge the gap between ecological research and practical environmental management. Her academic career is marked by numerous collaborations and projects that seek to address complex environmental challenges using an interdisciplinary approach.

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.