Prospective Students

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The Faculty of Life Sciences offers Bachelor and Master programs, as well as training programs for apprentices, courses for external auditors, and Continuing Education programs

This year, the Welcome Day will take place on Friday, September 6, 2024 on the EPFL campus.

An email will be sent to all new students.

Morning program

You will find details of the morning program here.

Afternoon program for the Life Sciences Engineering section

  • 1:30 to 2:00 pm: Welcome of new students Echanges IN in room AAC 132
  • 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm: Welcome of new Master students in room AAC 132
  • 2:30 to 4:45 pm: Welcome of new Bachelor/Ex-CMS students in room SG1

Bachelor in Life Science Engineering (including testimonials and career prospects)

Target student profile for Life Sciences Engineering

The Master program in Life Sciences Engineering requires a solid background in mathematics, physics, signal processing, electronics and electrical systems, computer sciences and strong quantitative and analytical skills.

Master in Life Science Engineering (including testimonials and career prospects)

Admission requirements to EPFL whether as a Bachelor, Master, a CMS student or as an external auditor.

Exchange incoming students

Exchange incoming students at EPFL for one or two semesters to attend courses
Exchange incoming students at EPFL for a project or an internship

Continuous education

EPFL with UNIL offer many courses for continuous education.

Apprenticeship

EPFL trains apprentices, both in the fields of excellence of the scientific professions of the laboratory, and in technical professions which also concern Biology-related fields.

From Wednesday, November 20th to Friday, November 22nd, 2024, EPFL’s Life Sciences Engineering section (SSV) is opening its doors to high school and vocational school students for its Information days.

This event will give you the chance to meet faculty members and students in the field, as well as ask questions about the practical aspects of the studies, course organization, and career opportunities.

 

PROGRAM (registration only)

Presentations of study programs:

  • What: The presentation schedule of EPFL’s study programs is available here
  • When: Wednesday, November 20th and Thursday, November 21st
  • Where: SwissTech Convention Center

SV information stand:

  • What: Explore the world of life sciences through activities, information, and discussions with SV students
  • When: Wednesday, November 20th and Thursday, November 21st
  • Where: SwissTech Convention Center

SV laboratory visits:

  • What: Laboratory visits are organized for students in their last two years of high school or vocational schools
  • When: Thursday, November 21st or Friday, November 22nd
  • Where: More information here

Additional information and the link to the mandatory registration are available here.