Dr. Ellen Bergseth

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ellen Bergseth is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Systems Component Design. Her research predominantly addresses problems in the automotive and railway industries, focusing on aspects such as electrification, drivetrain efficiency, and the management of harmful wear particles during transport modes. Through her work, she aims to predict tribological failure modes and monitor the contact behavior of machine elements. With extensive experience in tribological testing and mechanical interfacial modeling, Ellen provides valuable insights during the early phases of product development, enhancing the sustainability and efficiency of the entire product life cycle. She has been involved in various research activities, including serving as a Deputy Director of the KTH Railway Group and directing the Railway master's program. Ellen is an associate editor for the Journal of Engineering Tribology and has collaborated with SCANIA CV AB as a guest researcher. Her courses at KTH include Mechanical Engineering, Product Realization, and Systems Engineering, where she supervises PhD students and contributes to advancing educational methodologies in engineering design.

Research Interests

Courses

CAD 3D-modelling Visualization Degree Project Machine Design Cycle Product Realization - Engineering Design Research Methodology Machine Design Sustainable Development Research Methodology Engineering Mechanics Systems Engineering

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).