École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)

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Highlights

EPFL is one of the two Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology with three core missions: education, research and innovation. It offers a combination of excitement, excellence, inspiring education, and outstanding facilities for research. Its main campus brings together more than 18,000 people. EPFL’s pioneering and interdisciplinary spirit, coupled with state-of-the-art infrastructures, attracts leading scientists from around the world, making the School one of the most innovative and scientifically productive institutions. EPFL’s on-campus Innovation Park is home to a vibrant community of start-ups and centers of excellence that builds and feeds on this leading research.

Learn more about EPFL: https://go.epfl.ch/study-abroad-epfl

Important information

• Review a list of courses offered during the academic year, including courses taught in English 

• Visit the EPFL Language Centre website for information about the university's free language courses.

• EPFL does not provide remedial or "make up" examinations. It is imperative to review EPFL's academic policies including important dates, examination guidelines and deferral policies. 

Term dates

*Semester and exam dates may vary from year to year. Please consult the Host institution's fact sheet, the Host institution's website, or the Host institution directly to confirm.

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