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a month agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, the EPFL University is considered the best university in the country for its Physics program. It's physics programme (especially UG courses) are known to be very demanding, with low pass rates.
It is mandatory for students to be involved in research groups atleast one day per week. The Master's in Physics programme is more focused on Quantum Science and Condensed Matter.
The PG programme ends with a 4 month (30 ECTS) research project.
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
No, UG courses are only taught in French at the EPFL University. As for PG courses, some programs are available to be pursued entirely in English. Other courses are available entirely in French or bilingual French and English.
Students interested in UG courses would have to submit a French language proficiency certificate, with a minimum grade B2. The recommended grade is C1.
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
Both EPFL and ETH Zurich are considered the leading universities for STEM in Europe. Both offer quality technical education. ETH Zurich generally houses more students. EPFL offers a more diverse campus environment. ETH Zurich is based in a more German-speaking city. EPFL is based in a more French-speaking region.
EPFL is known for its Engineering, Technology, Natural Sciences and Life Sciences programs. ETH stands out for the same programs along with Social Sciences.
Both are very affordable and offer a quality research environment. ETH Zurich (#1 in Switzerland) ranks above EPFL (#2) as part of the latest Shiksha Rankings.
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
EPFL does not have very high tuition fees. Students are charged a semester fees worth CHF 2,190 or INR 2.5 Lakhs as the EPFL Switzerland fees. So it can be said that EPFL is moderately expensive to study at.
As for living costs, the average monthly cost of living in Lausanne is INR 2.75 lakhs.
1 CHF = INR 114.77
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a month agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, EPFL Switzerland is conssidered among the best universities in the world. It ranks among the world's top 40 universities as per the latest university rankings given by several prominent platforms.
Times Higher Education ranks it #35 in the world for the year 2026. The university had also ranked #32 and #33 in the past 2 years as part of the rankings.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Depending on what things mean to you, living on-campus at EPFL can be a better integrated and more convenient student experience than off-campus. On-campus housing puts you in the closest reach of academic buildings, research labs, libraries, and so on, thus lowering your commuting times and allowing you to stay pretty strongly connected to campus activity.
You'll find yourself in a vibrant multiethnic student community, which usually helps with networking, socializing, and academic collaboration. Campus life is enhanced with student events, clubs, and extracurricular activities, which build a spirit of community.
Off-campus might
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
There are many reasons for Indian students to study at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, which is among the top-most preference when it comes to pursuing higher studies-global world-class research and an innovative curriculum.
So, for those who are all geared up for advanced studies, particularly in engineering, technology, and information communication, this is where the students find themselves.
For students to find both cutting-edge research and technological advancement, there is no better place than EPFL. An excellent ground for high academic standards and career prospects, this house also opens its doors to ma
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Astonishingly enough, but looking through the prior scholarship applicants, it has apparently been recorded that their scripted way of expression in an essay has won Ecole polytechnique federale for Lausanne Excellence Fellowship. Generally for masters, the requirement would be above average performance in the undergraduate study, probably an average of 5.0 on 6.0 on the transcript. Applicants would need for the fellowship to submit CV, motivation letter, two recommendation letters, and transcripts of previous studies.
The award is granted on the basis of exceptional academic merit, and the result can be renewed if students continue per
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2 years agoContributor-Level 10
With more than 120 different countries represented among its faculty, staff, and students, EPFL is a very International institution. 7,230 of the 11,641 students enrolled at EPFL Lausanne during the most recent academic year were overseas students. India is among the many nationalities represented within the university's student body. Master's theses at partner universities, double or combined degrees, and classic exchanges are only a few of the mobility options that EPFL provides. The organization also actively promotes international exchanges. The university strives to give students a distinctive and fulfilling experience on both an
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2 years agoContributor-Level 10
For Master's programs at EPFL, the application deadlines are either the December deadline or the March deadline, applying to Indian students. Applications submitted between mid-November and December 15th are eligible for the December deadline, while those submitted between December 16th and March 31st are eligible for the March deadline. Applications for Bachelor's programs can be sent in between mid-November and April 30. Whatever deadline is selected, studies at EPFL begin in mid-September after acceptance, which is crucial to know if you want to begin studying there the following September.
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