Doctorate
Doctoral candidates
| Academic year 2023-2024 |
2412 |
Country of origin
| Switzerland | Europe | World |
13% |
48% |
39% |
Degrees
| Delivered in 2022-2023 |
458 |
Career
| Academia | Industry | ||
33% |
67% |
Doctoral studies at EPFL
Doctoral studies structure
An EPFL PhD is typically obtained after four years of study devoted to an original and independent scientific research project.
Doctoral programs
EPFL’s Doctoral School is organized into 22 doctoral programs.
Admission criteria and application
Information about an admission to a PhD program at EPFL.
Why choose EPFL?
Thesis distinction
Each year, a distinction is granted to a selection of very high quality theses, in order to highlight the doctoral candidates’ research work and their scientific merit.
EPFL PhD Excellence Program
The EPFL PhD Excellence program is aimed at doctoral candidates interested in pursuing a career in a non-academic sector after their studies and it will complement their training as first-class scientists at EPFL by empowering them as engaged and active members of society and leaders of tomorrow.
Meet EPFL representatives
EPFL regularly takes part in educational fairs and information sessions throughout the world.
Contact
In case of questions, please contact the administrative assistant of your doctoral program of interest.
Already enroled? You may also contact the Doctoral Students’ Office: