OpenFieldETH Zurich Master of Science in Robotics, Systems and Control
Specialized interdisciplinary master's degree program (120 ECTS) bridging mechanical engineering (D-MAVT), electrical engineering (D-ITET), and computer science (D-INFK) to develop intelligent autonomous robots, aerial vehicles, and cyber-physical systems.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering with top-tier academic marks.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 100.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Recommended for international applicants.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Deep coursework background in control systems, dynamic modeling, linear algebra, calculus, and C++/Python programming.
- Recommendation letters
- Official university transcripts, two letters of recommendation, and personal statement of purpose.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Self-funded; eligible for ESOP merit fellowship and laboratory research assistantships
- Application fee
- CHF 150 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- CHF 730/semester (Swiss/resident) or CHF 2,190/semester (international threefold).
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026 (International round; November 30 for ESOP)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official ETH Zurich documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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