Dr. David Haviland

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Biography

David B Haviland is a Professor of Nanostructure Physics at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. He has a PhD in Condensed Matter Physics from the University of Minnesota, completed in 1989, with a focus on superconductivity in dimensional disordered systems. After his doctoral studies, he was a Junior Faculty at Chalmers University in Göteborg from 1989 to 1997. His research interests include Nonlinear Oscillations, Superconducting Quantum Circuits, and Measurement Science Technology. Since 1997, he has been an integral part of KTH, contributing to advancements in quantum nano physics and overseeing significant educational courses in Quantum Technology.

Research Interests

Nonlinear Oscillations Superconducting Quantum Circuits Measurement Science Technology

Experience

Professor

— Present

KTH • Stockholm, Sweden

Conducting research and teaching in the area of Nanostructure Physics.

Junior Faculty

— Present

Chalmers University • Göteborg, Sweden

Engaged in research and teaching in condensed matter physics.

Courses

Project course in Quantum Technology (SK2004) Quantum Circuits (SK2906) Quantum Technology (SK2903)

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).