Dr. Mattias Hammar

Professor

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Biography

Mattias Hammar received his MSc in 1986 and PhD in 1993 from the Department of Physics at the Royal Institute of Technology, KTH. Since 2007, he has been a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at KTH. Throughout his career, he has been associated with various prominent organizations, including the Swedish Institute of Microelectronics and IBM Research Division, and has worked with Zarlink Semiconductor. With extensive academic and industrial experience, he is primarily focused on optoelectronic materials and devices. He has managed and been involved in numerous national and international projects in the photonics area. Additionally, he serves as the Program Director for the International Master’s program in Nanotechnology at KTH, reflecting his deep commitment to advancing education in this field.

Research Interests

Optoelectronic Materials Optoelectronic Devices Photonics Nanotechnology

Courses

Calculus (IX1304) Degree Project Electrical Engineering, Specializing in Nanotechnology (EA249X) Degree Project Engineering Physics, Specializing in Nanotechnology (IA249X) Introduction to Analog Digital Electronics (IL2246) Methods and Instruments in Analysis (IH2652) Research Methodology and Scientific Writing in Nanotechnology (IL2231)

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

Specific requirements apply to all departments. For Architecture, a portfolio is mandatory and submitted via a separate KTH system.