Dr. Erik Glaas

Associate Professor

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Biography

Erik Glaas is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Linköping University specializing in the complexities of climate change and its impact on management decision-making. His research focuses on developing methods and tools to support decision-making processes by making data both accessible and manageable. Glaas emphasizes the need for innovative human responses to address the challenges posed by climate change, stressing the importance of successful communication and visualization techniques in planning. He views climate change as a 'wicked problem,' recognizing the difficulty in understanding its precise effects on human and natural systems. Glaas's work is characterized by a reflexive approach to decision-making that incorporates varying perspectives from stakeholders involved in municipal planning and environmental adaptation. His teaching spans both undergraduate and master’s levels, primarily in the Environmental Science Program and Sustainable Development, where he leads courses in environmental economics and management.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher

2014-01-01 — Present

Department of Thematic Studies - Environmental Change, Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Requirements for Linköping University

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.