Dr. Jaime Montes Bentura

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Biography

Jaime Montes Bentura is a Lecturer at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in the Division of Architecture, specializing in Sustainable Urban Planning and Design. His research interests focus on the sustainable built environment and the translation of theory into practice. He has extensive experience in participatory processes within urban planning and design, emphasizing user-oriented construction. His work addresses environmental impacts and the integration of sustainable technologies, which are central to concepts of sustainability and resilience. Bentura's research explores urban form, complexity, and user perspectives, tracing the historical context of urbanism to understand how cities are shaped by cultural, political, and economic factors. He aims to formulate questions that inform sustainable urban design over the long term.

Research Interests

Sustainable Built Environment Urban Planning Urban Design Participatory Processes User-Oriented Design Sustainable Construction Environmental Impact

Courses

Degree Project Architecture, Cycle (A31EXA) Degree Project Urban Planning Design, Cycle (AD2EXU) Project 3:2 Urban Spaces Landscapes (A31P2D) Project Studio 3:1, Urban Design (A31P1A) Sustainable Planning Design (AG2150) Sustainable Urban Planning Design Studio 1.1- Textures (AD2867)

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).

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Second-cycle degree (Master's level) or 240 ECTS credits, of which at least 60 ECTS must be in the second cycle. Equivalence to English 6 (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent) is generally required.
Application Checklist
  • CV
  • Transcripts of records
  • Degree certificates
  • Statement of research interests
  • References
  • Thesis/Publications (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Doctoral students are often employed by their department with a salary.