Professor Dr. Jennifer Horkoff

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jennifer Horkoff is an Associate Professor in Interaction Design at Chalmers University, specializing in Software Engineering. Her research focuses primarily on Requirements Engineering (RE), emphasizing early requirements modeling, model reasoning, and empirical modeling techniques. She also investigates Business Intelligence Modeling and the scalability of various tools involved in RE. Jennifer is active in the academic community, contributing to program committees for international conferences including the IEEE Requirements Engineering conference and the International Conference on Software Engineering (ICSE). Her extensive background in software quality and requirements engineering allows her to blend practical and theoretical insights, contributing to advancements in the field. She also organizes workshops and collaborates on research that aligns with industry standards and practices, aiming to bridge the gap between practical applications and academic research.

Research Interests

Requirements Engineering Business Intelligence Modeling Empirical Modeling Early Requirements Modeling Model Reasoning

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.