Professor Dr. Hans Skov Petersen

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Biography

Hans Skov-Petersen has been a significant contributor to the fields of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Computer Aided Design (CAD) since 1987. He is a Professor at the University of Copenhagen, leading a research group focused on Geographic Information Sciences and Geodesign. His educational background includes a Master's degree in Horticulture in 1989, and a PhD in Geography in 2002, focusing on 'GIS and physical planning'. His research interests encompass GIS-based models of human spatial behavior, agent-based modeling, Geodesign technologies, urban environment indicators, and the relationship between GIS and physical planning processes. He is engaged in developing curricula and teaching programs while also contributing to multiple international projects related to land use planning and GIS applications in developing countries. In addition to his teaching and research responsibilities, he serves as a reviewer for various academic journals and is actively involved in professional organizations regarding GIS and spatial planning.

Research Interests

Geographic Information Systems Computer Aided Design Spatial Modeling Geodesign Urban Planning

Experience

Senior Researcher

1995-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Involved as GIS-coordinator in landscape planning and research.

External Associate Professor

2003-01-01 — 2007-01-01

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Taught and conducted research at the Institute of Geography.

GIS Mapping Advisor

1997-01-01 — 1997-03-01

Land Use Planning Project, Bhutan • Bhutan

Provided expertise in GIS for land use planning.

GIS Consultant

1996-01-01 — 1996-01-01

Land Resource Management Project • Mongolia

Assisted in purchasing and testing GIS equipment.

GIS Digital Cartography Expert

1995-01-01 — 1995-03-01

Kampsax International • Bangladesh

Conducted soil testing and training for staff.

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program

Requirements

IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics

Application Checklist

  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency

Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.