Dr. Elettra Carnelli

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Elettra Carnelli is a postdoctoral researcher at ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences, specializing in architectural theory and history. She has held previous positions as a research associate at the Technical University of Munich and as a project architect in Zurich. Her research broadly focuses on the nexus of architecture and its societal implications, emphasizing collaborative living and urban planning. Carnelli holds a doctorate in architectural history and theory from ETH Zurich, where she is expected to complete her studies in December 2025. She has significantly contributed to peer-reviewed publications in architecture, including edited volumes and conference proceedings, reflecting her engagement with contemporary architectural discourse and practice. Carnelli is also known for her work on the architecture of the workplace and the political dimensions of urban planning, particularly in postwar contexts. Her academic contributions include co-editing critical texts in architecture and authoring substantial articles that analyze architectural conditions and societal interrelations.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoc, Research Associate

2022-02-01 — Present

ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences • Zürich

Engaged in architectural research focused on history and theory.

Research Associate

2018-11-01 — 2022-02-01

Technical University of Munich •

Worked on architectural projects and research.

Project Architect

2016-09-01 — 2017-02-01

Accademia di Architettura • Mendrisio

Responsible for architectural design projects.

Awards

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Young Investigator Training Program

2022-11-01

Requirements for ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:83
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:115
Overall
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical or engineering field Letter of recommendation from a university lecturer
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation letter
  • Passport or ID card copy
  • Passport photo (JPG format)
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

This requirement applies generally to the Master of Science in Engineering and its specializations like Data Science, Computer Science, and Medical Physics.