Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 48 months
- Start dates & application deadlines:
- Starting February 2027 — Apply before Dec 2026
Overview
Advanced Manufacturing at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne is diverse, multiscale and multidisciplinary. It requires fundamental knowledge in materials, solid and fluid mechanics, surface and interface science, multiscale modeling, process and system engineering.
Features
- More specialized topics include control system theory, production flow optimization, micro- and nano-fabrication, laser processing, metrology, additive and subtractive 3D manufacturing, assembly and joining processes, sustainability and cost analysis.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Advanced micro-/nano- manufacturing
- Design of experiments
- Selected topics in advanced manufacturing
- Advances in Contact Mechanics
- Laser Materials Processing
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- If you already applied once to our EDAM PhD program and wish to apply again, you absolutely must write a letter (in addition to and other than the requested statement of objectives) to give the commission convincing reasons why they should reconsider your application.
- All material that you submit will be treated confidentially to the extent that normal procedures allow (there are no special security measures applied, and by submitting your application, you agree not to hold EPFL liable for any misuse by others of the information you provide).
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): Free
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): Free
Additional Details
- EPFL doctoral students are usually enrolled with a dual status as employees of the school.
- CHF 1500 doctoral tax charged at the completion of the studies.
Living costs
Lausanne, Switzerland: 2,750-3,383 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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