Dr. Luca Benini

Professor

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Biography

Luca Benini is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich, where he is part of the Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. His research interests focus on energy-efficient computer architecture and systems, particularly in the fields of embedded systems, mobile computing, and high-performance computing. He has made significant contributions to the design of hardware and software solutions that aim to reduce energy consumption while maintaining computational performance. Prof. Benini has published extensively in top-tier journals and conferences, sharing insights from his work on advanced semiconductor technologies and the integration of heterogeneous systems. In addition to his academic pursuits, he actively engages with industry partners to translate research findings into practical applications, fostering collaboration between academia and industry. His efforts have also included mentorship of students and young researchers, aiming to advance the next generation of engineers in the field of electrical engineering and computer science.

Research Interests

Requirements for ETH Zurich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:159
Verbal Percentile
Required:80
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:81
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Writing Percentile
Required:85
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a related field (Engineering, Natural Sciences, or Mathematics) Minimum 180 ECTS credits Subject-specific knowledge equivalent to ETH Bachelor's programs
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree diploma or transcript
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Two academic recommendation letters
  • English language proficiency certificate
  • GRE General Test (for non-EU/EFTA applicants)
Specialization Notes

The GRE is mandatory for students who did not obtain their Bachelor's degree in an EU/EFTA state. Some departments (e.g., Computer Science) have specific ECTS credit requirements in core subjects.