Overview
About the program
The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, the top ranked university in continental Europe in the area of engineering, provides a unique opportunity to pursue this complex goal while offering outstanding facilities and a stimulating work environment.
Civil and Environmental Engineering spans a remarkably broad research spectrum from rock mechanics to microbiology, from rivers to roads and from the dams to glaciers. Because of this breadth, researchers are able to combine disciplines in creative and original ways.
Programme Structure
As a PhD applicant, you are invited to match your scientific interests with those of the various thesis directors and laboratories according to the following themes:
- Structural Engineering
- Systems Engineering
- Environmental Resources Engineering
- Chemical and Biological Processes
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
The dead-lines for the reception of your complete application in the EDCE program are:
- January 15th
- April 30th
- September 15th
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Environmental Engineering Environmental Economics & PolicyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
You will be asked to upload a pdf version of the following documents:
- Official transcripts of diplomas and grades from all academic institutions of higher education you list in your application (after and not including high-school)
- Certified translations of diplomas and grades into English if not originally in French, German, Italian or English
- Statement of objectives
- A copy of your passport or official identity document showing your name in full
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 CHF per year during 48 months. -
National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 CHF per year during 48 months.
- EPFL doctoral students are usually enrolled with a dual status as employees of the school.
- CHF 1500 doctoral tax charged at the completion of the studies.
Living costs for Lausanne
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
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