EPFL is a world-class institute of technology, located on the north side of Lake Geneva, one of Europe’s most beautiful spots. From its foundation in 1853, EPFL has evolved into an internationally renowned institution that attracts some of the best intellects in the world. EPFL has three missions: education, research and technology transfer at the highest international level. The school stimulates collaboration between students, professors, researchers and entrepreneurs. These daily interactions give rise to new and ground breaking work in science, technology and architecture. Teaching and research at EPFL are organized into five open and transdisciplinary Schools and two Colleges: •School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering •School of Engineering •School of Computer and Communication Sciences •School of Basic Sciences •School of Life Sciences •College of Management of Technology •College of Humanities. With state-of-the-art facilities, bright, motivated students, and an outstanding faculty, EPFL’s reputation as a top-rate teaching and research institution continues to grow.