Dr. Matthias Bickel

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Matthias Bickel is a PhD candidate at the Chair of Production Operations Management (POM) at ETH Zurich. His research investigates the capture and utilization of tacit knowledge, specifically analyzing AI methods applied in industrial settings. His primary research interests include Reinforcement Learning, Inverse Reinforcement Learning, Inverse Optimization, and Knowledge Graphs, with a specific focus on aviation operations management. He supervises Master's theses in the fields of AI and operations, and encourages students interested in writing thesis topics to reach out to the Chair of POM for opportunities.

Research Interests

Reinforcement Learning Inverse Reinforcement Learning Inverse Optimization Knowledge Graphs Aviation Operations Management

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.