Dr. Xianjun Fang

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Biography

Xianjun Fang is a doctoral student in the Earth Surface Dynamics group at ETH Zurich, focusing on geomorphology, erosion rates, and landscape evolution in the Hengduan Mountains of China. His research interests include the impact of tectonics and climate on geomorphological factors affecting biodiversity. He is dedicated to understanding the diverse physical processes that shape landscapes and is actively engaged in exploring how these processes interact with ecological factors.

Research Interests

Geomorphology Erosion Rates Landscape Evolution Tectonics Climate Impact on Geomorphology Biodiversity

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.