Dr. Matthias Becker

Associate Professor

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Biography

Matthias Becker is an Associate Professor at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in embedded systems and real-time computing. He earned a B.Eng. in Mechatronics/Automation Systems from the University of Applied Sciences Esslingen in 2011, followed by an M.Sc. in Computer Science focusing on embedded computing from the University of Applied Sciences Munich in 2013. In 2015, he received his Licentiate PhD in Computer Science Engineering from Mälardalen University. Matthias has been involved in various research roles, including a visiting researcher at CISTER - Research Centre in Real-Time and Embedded Computing Systems in Porto, Portugal, and a postdoctoral researcher at KTH. His research interests encompass predictable timing behavior in distributed cyber-physical systems, real-time probabilistic programming, and managing real-time constraints in embedded systems. Throughout his career, Matthias has contributed to numerous publications focused on these themes, leading to advancements in the fields of embedded systems and real-time applications.

Research Interests

Embedded Systems Real-Time Computing Predictable Timing Behavior Distributed Cyber-Physical Systems Probabilistic Programming

Experience

Associate Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Lecturer and researcher focusing on embedded and real-time systems.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2018-01-01 — 2019-01-01

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Conducted research in real-time systems.

Visiting Researcher

2015-01-01 — 2016-01-01

CISTER - Research Centre in Real-Time and Embedded Computing Systems • Porto, Portugal

Research collaboration on real-time and embedded systems.

Courses

Advanced Topics Embedded System Design Embedded Systems Real-Time Systems

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).