Overview
About the program
Photonics is the science and technology of harnessing light. We have world-leading research laboratories in photonics that are addressing important challenges of our society in health, energy, information technology, security, safety and environment.
The Photonics program at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne includes courses on the science of photonics and optics as well as a broad choice of engineering-related topics on the applications of photonics. On the campus, there are continuous seminars and international events to network with pioneering scientists and companies.
Programme Structure
We cover a broad diversity of cutting-edge research topics including:- Applied photonics
- Bioimaging
- Biophotonics
- Fiber optics
- Metamaterials
- Nanophotonics
- Optoelectronics
- Optofluidics
- Optomechanics
- Photovoltaics
- Quantum optics
- Plasmonics
- Ultrafast optics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- The application deadlines are April 15 and December 15 of each year
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Physics View 8 other PhDs in Physics in SwitzerlandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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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
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Available Scholarships
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