Dr. Hans Westlund

Professor

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Biography

Hans Westlund is a professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Urban Regional Studies. His research focuses on the integration of urban mobility, infrastructure, and city networks within regional contexts. He has a profound interest in sustainable urban development and the dynamics of urban regions, particularly how mobility factors influence the structure and functionality of cities. As an educator, he is involved in examining and delivering courses that explore the interplay between urban planning and sustainable practices, mentoring students through their degree projects in Urban Regional Planning and related fields. His academic contributions are well recognized, and he is active in both research and teaching, aiming to shape future urban planners' approaches towards sustainable mobility and infrastructure development.

Research Interests

Urban Regional Studies Sustainable Urban Mobility Urban Infrastructure City Networks

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Leading research and teaching in Urban Regional Studies, focusing on urban planning and mobility.

Courses

City Networks in Regional Contexts (AG2116) Degree Project Urban Regional Planning (AG212X) Degree Project Built Environment (AG111X) Sustainable Urban Mobility (AG2144) Urban Infrastructure (AG2141)

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).