Dr. Verena Griess

Professor

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Biography

Verena Griess is a Full Professor at the Department of Environmental Systems Science at ETH Zurich. Her research focuses on environmental systems and resource management, contributing significantly to the understanding of sustainable practices in forestry and environmental science. She is engaged in interdisciplinary projects that link ecological processes with economic systems to foster sustainable development. With a strong background in environmental systems, she has published extensively in reputable journals and conference proceedings, making her a recognized authority in her field. Griess is dedicated to teaching and mentoring the next generation of environmental scientists and policymakers.

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.