Dr. Farzin Golzar

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Farzin Golzar is an Assistant Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in the Heat Power Technology Division. His research addresses multidisciplinary renewable energy challenges by implementing innovative methods and hybrid data-driven statistical and physical models. Farzin integrates a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) approach with techno-economic analysis to assess and compare the environmental impacts of renewable energy technologies comprehensively. Prior to joining KTH, he worked as a climate energy strategy advisor for Swedish international clients across sectors such as buildings, transportation, and agriculture. He has post-doctoral experience in KTH's Energy System Division, focusing on the sustainability and equality of water-energy systems through actor-driven disruptive innovation. Farzin earned his Ph.D. in Energy Systems Engineering from Sharif University of Technology in 2019, emphasizing techno-economic and environmental optimization of energy supply systems. He also collaborated with the Chair of Ecological Systems Design at ETH Zurich during his doctoral studies. Farzin holds an MSc in optimal design of high-temperature fuel cells for stationary applications (2014) and a BSc in Chemical Engineering with a focus on Phase Change Materials (2012).

Research Interests

Courses

AI Applications in Sustainable Energy Engineering (MJ2528) AI Applications in Sustainable Energy Engineering (MJ2507) Degree Project in Heat Power Technology Cycle (MJ233X) Degree Project in Heat Power Technology Cycle (MJ232X) Energy Systems for Sustainable Development (MJ2508)

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).