The Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (D-MAVT) offers five Master's programs, each characterized by a high degree of flexibility in course composition. This allows for a comprehensive and individualized education.
Personalized curriculum
The D-MAVT Master's Program is tutor-driven, aiming to create a top-tier, personalized curriculum for each student and provide one-on-one support. Throughout the program, tutors coach their students, monitor their progress, and propose adjustments to enhance their performance.
All D-MAVT Master's programs are structured around Core Courses (36 credit points), which each Master’s student can put together individually. These courses are complemented by courses in economics and social sciences to provide a broader context.
Choose your core courses
The Core Courses deliver essential knowledge in the chosen area of specialization. For these Core Courses, Master's students can choose from a wide range of specializations within the engineering sciences. For example, a student pursuing a Master's in Mechanical Engineering might focus on Bioengineering or Materials.
Students select their Core Courses in collaboration with their tutor at the start of the Master's program. They must be included in the Learning Agreement, which requires the tutor’s approval. Additionally, all Core Courses must be graded a “pass”; an assessment without a grade is not sufficient.
NOTE: The Master in Nuclear Engineering has a slightly different set-up since it is a joint program with EPFL.
Consecutive Master‘s programs After successfully completing your Bachelor‘s degree in Mechanical Engineering at ETH Zurich, D-MAVT, you can enroll in the two consecutive Master‘s programs – Mechanical Engineering and Process Engineering – without any additional exams. Applicants from international or other Swiss universities must apply.
Specialized Master‘s programs Students interested in a specialized Master‘s programs must apply for it through the Admissions Office. D-MAVT offers the specialized Master's program Robotics, Systems and Control as well as Nuclear Engineering. The respective profile provides further information on the prerequisites of the desired program.
The Master's programs at D-MAVT not only prepares you for an academic career, but also for a career in industry. In the industrial internship, you gain professional experience and build up valuable contacts. All D-MAVT Master’s programs include industrial internships.
ETH Zurich provides numerous opportunities for students, ensuring an engaging and affordable student life. Upon completing your Master’s degree, you’ll be well-prepared to launch your career, supported by a strong professional network.