Credits, Doctoral studies

Doctoral students are encouraged to continue their education. In this respect, doctoral studies allow students to deepen their knowledge of their research topic, improve their skills in related research areas, and general education, as well as facilitating their integration into the scientific community.

Credits are awarded for doctoral studies. One credit corresponds to a study performance of 25-30 working hours. Credits are only issued for a doctoral student’s individual performance. A total of at least 12 credits are required of which at least one third have to be acquired outside the field of research. Credits can be awarded for active participation in ETH Zurich committees and task forces. The responsible department decides on the issuing of credits. Please contact the responsible department directly should you have any questions.

When you register for the doctoral exam, you must provide proof of having acquired the 12 credits by having the "respective form" (PDF, 50 kB) signed by a department representative. Please ensure that the form has been signed before you register for the exam at the Doctoral Administration Office.