Dr. Jan Gulliksen

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Biography

Jan Gulliksen is a Professor of Human Computer Interaction at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, with a rich background in systems analysis and engineering physics. He has served as the Vice President of Digitalization at KTH and has held significant positions in various academic institutions including Uppsala University and INSEAD as a guest professor. His expertise encompasses usability and user-centered systems design, especially aimed at enhancing digital work environments. Gulliksen has been an advocate for practice-oriented action research in the field and has significantly contributed to the Nordic collaboration in Human Computer Interaction, overseeing the NordiCHI conference series from 2000-2020. Furthermore, he has been active in the IFIP TC 13, having chaired and represented Sweden on several international platforms relating to digitalization and human-computer interaction.

Research Interests

Human Computer Interaction Usability User-Centered Design

Experience

Professor

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Teaching and conducting research in Human Computer Interaction.

Vice President

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Responsible for digitalization initiatives.

Guest Professor

— Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Engaged in research and teaching.

Visiting Professor

— Present

INSEAD • France

Conducted research and lectures in Human Computer Interaction.

Courses

Human Centered Technology Disabilities Human-Computer Interaction, Basic Theory Human-Computer Interaction, Introductory Course Introduction Extended Reality Business-Oriented Context Research Methodology Scientific Writing

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).