EPFL
Education & Academia abbreviation · University
| Stands for | École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne) |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
EPFL stands for École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne), a university abbreviation.
French-speaking Swiss federal institute of technology on the shore of Lake Geneva, which began as a private engineering school in 1853 and became a federal institute in 1969. It is known for engineering, computer science and life sciences.
Example: The EPFL Rolex Learning Center is famous for its undulating, wall-free design.
Usage notes
EPFL and ETH Zurich together form the Swiss federal institutes of technology. The campus hosts many startups and international research centers. Instruction at the master's level is largely in English.
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