Dr. Jennifer Leijon

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jennifer Leijon is an Associate Senior Lecturer at Uppsala University specializing in Engineering Science with a focus on Electricity. She has extensive research experience in the electrification of society, charging strategies for electric vehicles, and the development of electric aircraft at airports. Leijon’s PhD thesis, which she defended in 2020, concentrated on wave-powered desalination. She is actively involved with the Swedish Electromobility Centre, where she investigates sustainable electromobility solutions. Her work includes research on water wave energy converters, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and the integration of electric aviation into future airport operations. Through her research, Leijon aims to tackle challenges associated with electrification and promote sustainable development in transportation.

Research Interests

Requirements for Uppsala University

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
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.