Dr. Björn Kjellgren

Associate Professor

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Biography

Björn Kjellgren is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology specializing in Language Communication. He holds a PhD in Sinology and has previously worked in the field of Social Anthropology. His current research is focused on enhancing KTH’s education programs related to Global Competence, particularly in the context of multilingualism and cultural diversity within the framework of European university alliances. Additionally, he serves as the Programme Director for Bridging Programmes for Architects and Engineers with Foreign Qualifications. He is involved in various courses related to Chinese language studies as well as Global and Intercultural Competence, where he takes on roles such as examiner, teacher, and course responsible.

Research Interests

Language Communication Global Competence Multilingualism Cultural Diversity

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Teaching courses in language communication and managing educational programs.

Courses

Chinese A1.1 Chinese Studies for Engineers Chinese A1.2 Engineers Chinese A2 Engineers Chinese B1 Engineers Global Competence Global Competence Intercultural Competence Intercultural Global Competence Intercultural Competence Litterature Course; Education Communication Technology Sciences Litterature Course; Education Communication Technology Sciences Working Life Project Working Life Project II Working Virtual Teams: Global Competence International Professionals

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).