Dr. Britt Andersson

Professor

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Biography

Britt Andersson is a Professor and Head of the Department of Materials Engineering at Umeå University. Her research focuses on materials science, applied physics, and biomedical technology, aiming to enhance the understanding of the properties of materials. Specifically, she investigates sustainable materials that are designed for new applications, particularly in the context of medical diagnostics. Her work integrates laboratory studies with theoretical modeling, supported by her membership in interdisciplinary research groups such as the Biomedical Engineering Centre. Professor Andersson has been involved in significant research projects, including 'MT4North', which aimed at developing business models for innovations in medical technology, and her past projects included the study of passive sampling particles for chemical characterization of trace emission sources. She is dedicated to teaching thermodynamics, mechanics, engineering materials, and welding technology at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as courses on research and scientific writing at the postgraduate level.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå

Head of the Department of Materials Engineering, leading research and academic programs.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.