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PhD in Energy

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland•QS 2026 #22 =

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At École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne in Lausanne, Switzerland, PhD in Energy is offered as a doctorate in Energy Engineering programme.

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Degree: Doctorate
Field: Energy Engineering

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: epfl.ch ·

Program details

Overview

The doctoral programme in Energy (EDEY) addresses secure, economically viable and environmentally sustainable energy sources. It is multidisciplinary, integrating physics, materials science, engineering and architecture to develop new materials, devices and conversion technologies. Students gain access to a wide range of laboratories and shared facilities, and graduates move into academic research, industry or start-ups. Candidates with a four- or five-year bachelor in energy-related or similar fields and an excellent record may apply, but prerequisites and extra first-year courses are typically required.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Four- or five-year Bachelor in energy-related or similar fields with an excellent record; prerequisites and first-year courses required; admission not guaranteed.

Application Details

Application Deadline: April 15 or December 15

About École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Type: Polytechnic
Control: Public
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1853
Students: 11,449
QS rank: #22 =
Programs: 64
Location: Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne principal campus
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