Dr. Philipp Leitner

Associate Professor

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Biography

Philipp Leitner is an Associate Professor in Interaction Design Software Engineering at Chalmers University. He has been leading the Software Engineering unit since moving to Sweden in 2017. Prior to his position at Chalmers, he was a senior researcher at the University of Zurich and completed his PhD and postdoctoral studies at TU Vienna. His research focuses on the development of modern, web and cloud-based systems, with particular interests in performance measurement and optimization, as well as scalable and resilient system architectures. He is also engaged in improving release engineering processes. His research methodology primarily consists of empirical methods, benchmarking, repository mining, interviews, and observational techniques.

Research Interests

Web-Based Systems Cloud Computing Performance Measurement Software Engineering Scalable Systems Resilient Systems

Experience

Associate Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

Chalmers University • Gothenburg, Sweden

Leading the Software Engineering unit focusing on web and cloud-based systems.

Senior Researcher

— 2017-01-01

University of Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Conducted research in Software Engineering.

Requirements for Chalmers University 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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:62
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:62
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Science, or Architecture Minimum 180 ECTS credits Specific course prerequisites in Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Multivariable Analysis, Statistics) Specific course prerequisites in Physics or Chemistry depending on program
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcripts of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Project portfolio (required for Architecture and Design programs)
Specialization Notes

General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.