Does EPFL offer bachelor in English?
Bachelor students – Why evaluate your English level? From your first year at EPFL, you will gradually follow certain courses in English; from the master’s level onwards, many courses are given in English. This assessment is mandatory for all first year Bachelor students.
Is it hard to enter EPFL?
The undergraduate program is set up such that it is easy to get in, but difficult to graduate. If you have completed the final year of the Swiss high school (academic stream), then you can enter any of the Bachelor degrees of your choice.
Is EPFL computer science good?
EPFL is one of the most prestigious schools in Europe in the fields of engineering, technology and computer science, according to the Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities.
Does EPFL require French?
EPFL considers that level B2 in French (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) is required to follow its Bachelor’s programs. Level C1 is highly recommended. Foreign applicants holding an International Baccalaureate from IBO.org will need to attest their level upon application.
Is EPFL in French?
French courses at EPFL The Centre de Langues EPFL offers quite a few choices for learning french, as well as other languages (German, Italian, English). The choices are: Intensive Courses of 2 weeks before the start of each academic semester. Courses during the semester.
Is EPFL taught in French?
Most courses are given in French. For some courses in maths and physics, English or German may be offered as an option. From the second year, study plans may include up to 50\% of courses given in English.
What language is EPFL taught in?
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)
| Location 🌎 | Language of instruction 💬 | Eligible faculty 🎓 |
|---|---|---|
| Lausanne, Switzerland | French and English | Open to All Faculties (Architecture excluded) |
How to prepare for EPFL exam?
So, you have to be prepared. If you plan to enter EPFL, you should: Learn everything about this school. Chose faculty. Check whether you are able to apply to the free of charge program. Confirm information about the extra exams. Write a personal statement, letter of recommendation. Check deadlines.
How hard is it to get admission to EPFL for architecture?
I was admitted for one semester of the architecture program at EPFL through an exchange from my home university, the University of Waterloo (Canada). The requirements were along the lines of: 80\% minimum average (Medium difficulty. Grades are hard for architecture)
What is the difference between EPFL and US universities?
EPFL requires its students to take a lot more courses in a shorter period of time compared to US schools. For undergrad you have to take 180 credits in 3 years at EPFL while in the US you typically do 128 credits in 4 years. This means each semester you will be taking a lot more courses (roughly 30 credits at EPFL vs 18–20 credits in the US).