Dr. Stefan Bechtold

Professor

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Biography

Stefan Bechtold is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich specializing in Intellectual Property. He has an extensive background in the legal aspects of technology and innovation, contributing to a deeper understanding of how intellectual property frameworks affect the dynamics of various fields, including technology and social sciences. His research intersects various disciplines, focusing on the complexities and implications of intellectual property laws and their enforcement in a global context. Bechtold is committed to advancing academic knowledge through interdisciplinary studies and fostering collaboration between academia and industry stakeholders.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

— Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Leading the Professorship of Intellectual Property, focusing on the intersection of law and technology.

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.