Dr. Ellen Bergseth

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ellen Bergseth is an associate professor at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in the Department of Engineering Design, focusing on research problems primarily in the automotive and railway industries. Her work emphasizes the impact of electrification on drivetrain efficiency and decision-making processes to regulate harmful wear in transportation modes. Ellen has extensive experience in tribological testing and mechanical interfacial modeling, particularly in monitoring wear transitions using advanced measurement techniques. Her research plays a crucial role in product development's early phases, thereby enhancing the entire product life cycle. Additionally, she has gained valuable insights into real-world engineering challenges through her experience as a visiting researcher at a Swedish automotive company. Ellen has recently begun establishing Rail Systems Engineering in the Swedish context and serves as the Deputy Director of the KTH Railway Group. Moreover, she teaches various subjects in Mechanical Engineering, Product Realization, and Vehicle Engineering at the master’s program level. Ellen's contributions to research and education are further demonstrated through her active involvement in committees and her editorial role in journals related to engineering tribology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Teaching and conducting research in Mechanical Engineering and Systems Engineering with a focus on automotive and railway applications.

Deputy Director

2022-01-01 — 2024-01-01

KTH Railway Group • Stockholm

Managed multidisciplinary research initiatives within the railway sector.

Visiting Researcher

2016-01-01 — 2019-01-01

Swedish Automotive Company • Sweden

Gained insights into real-world engineering problems and developed practical solutions.

Courses

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

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
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
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

Specific requirements apply to all departments. For Architecture, a portfolio is mandatory and submitted via a separate KTH system.