Dr. Kofi Makinwa

Professor

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Biography

Kofi Makinwa holds degrees from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (B.Sc., M.Sc.), Phillips International Institute, Eindhoven (M.E.E.), and Delft University of Technology, Delft (Ph.D.). He started as a research scientist at Philips Research Laboratories in 1989, specializing in sensor systems and analog front-ends for interactive displays and magnetic recording systems. In 1999, he joined Delft University of Technology as a professor and has actively contributed to the field of electronic instrumentation, particularly in designing precision analog circuits, smart sensors, and mixed-signal circuits. Makinwa has authored 17 books and over 300 technical articles, along with securing more than 30 patents. Renowned for his expertise, he is an IEEE Fellow and a member of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences. His awards include co-recipient recognition at prestigious events like the IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits (JSSC) and the International Solid-State Circuits Conference (ISSCC). As a program committee member for IEEE conferences, he has played a significant role in the advancement of analog and mixed-signal circuit design, emphasizing the evolving importance of smart sensors and their applications in contemporary technology.

Research Interests

Requirements for Delft University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:154
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a related field Sufficient credits in key subjects (Mathematics, Physics, Discipline-specific)
Application Checklist
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  • Academic transcript
  • English language certificate
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Identity document (Passport)
  • GRE General Test results (for international diplomas)
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