Module: Foundations in Physics of Life
The module “Foundations in Physics of Life” covers the biological and physical foundations for Physics of Life. Courses in this module include theoretical, computational, and experimental methods for research on the topic of Physics of Life. At least 18 CP must be earned from this module. Courses are offered in both the fall and spring semesters.
The courses for this module are selected in consultation with the advisor from the teaching committee.
The module grade of the module Foundations in Physics of Life is calculated from the average of the graded assessments of the module weighted by credit points. Pass/fail - graded courses are not included in the module grade, even if the CP of these courses are fully credited.
| Fall Semester | Spring Semester | |
| Mandatory lectures | 25661 Current Topics in Biophysics (6 CP) | 74535 From Data to Physical Models in Biology (4 CP) |
| Non-mandatory lectures | 45401: Bioinformatics Algorithms (4CP) 72544-01: Physics of Life 1: Connecting the Microscopic and the Macroscopic World (4CP) (last time offered in fall 2026) | 77750 Physical Principles of Living Systems (4 CP) |
The course Biophysical Methods, offered each fall semester by Daniel J. Müller from the ETH-Z's BSSE, may be taken as a substitute for a non-required lecture in this module, subject to approval by the Teaching Committee.
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