Dr. Yaquan Chang

Professor

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Biography

Yaquan Chang is a Professor of Sedimentology at ETH Zurich, where he is dedicated to advancing the understanding of sedimentary processes and their implications in various geological contexts. His research focuses on the sediment transport dynamics, sedimentary basin analysis, and the interplay between sedimentation and tectonics. With a solid academic background and extensive research experience in sedimentology, he has contributed significantly to the field through numerous publications and collaborative projects. He actively participates in academic community activities and holds a prestigious ORCID ID to enhance his visibility and connectivity in the research world.

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.