Dr. Thomas Hands

Professor

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Biography

Thomas Oliver Hands is a leading figure in the field of Forest Ecology, affiliated with ETH Zurich. His research focuses on understanding complex forest ecosystems and the interactions among various biotic and abiotic factors that influence forest health and productivity. He employs a combination of experimental and modeling approaches to investigate carbon dynamics, biodiversity, and the impacts of climate change on forest ecosystems. His work has been instrumental in advancing knowledge in sustainable forest management and conservation practices. Hands has published extensively in top-tier journals, contributing to both the academic community and the broader discourse on environmental sustainability.

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.