Dr. Jan Svensson

Professor

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Biography

Jan Svensson received his Ph.D. degree from Chalmers University of Technology, Göteborg, Sweden in 1998. From 1998 to 2002, he served as an Assistant Professor in Power Electronics at Chalmers, earning his D.Sc. degree (Docent) in 2002. He began working with ABB Sweden in 2009, where he has been involved in research and development related to high voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission and Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) energy storage, with a special focus on the design and control of Voltage Source Converter-based grid-connected devices. From 2009 to 2014, he was the Program Manager for the global R&D program "Active Grid Infrastructure" at ABB Corporate Research. Currently, he is a Senior Principal Scientist in Power Electronics Systems at ABB Corporate Research. His research interests include the design and control of power electronics and power systems, as well as power quality, storage technologies, and renewable energy.

Research Interests

Power Electronics Power Systems Power Quality Storage Technologies Renewable Energy

Experience

Senior Principal Scientist

2014-01-01 — Present

ABB Corporate Research • Västerås

Leading research efforts in power electronic systems.

Program Manager

2009-01-01 — 2014-01-01

ABB Corporate Research • Västerås

Managed global R&D program on active grid infrastructure.

Assistant Professor

1998-01-01 — 2002-01-01

Chalmers University of Technology • Göteborg

Taught and conducted research in power electronics.

Requirements for Chalmers University 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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:62
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:62
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Science, or Architecture Minimum 180 ECTS credits Specific course prerequisites in Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Multivariable Analysis, Statistics) Specific course prerequisites in Physics or Chemistry depending on program
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcripts of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Project portfolio (required for Architecture and Design programs)
Specialization Notes

General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.