Dr. Jesper Jerkert

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Biography

Jesper Jerkert is a lecturer at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in the Division of Philosophy. He defended his dissertation in 2021, focusing on scientific methods and the reliability of evidence, particularly in medical research. His research interests encompass various philosophical subfields, including aesthetics, and he has published extensively in these areas. Jesper has authored a comprehensive 300-page textbook titled 'Science Theory Practice: Introductory Survey' published by KTH in 2019. He is actively involved in supervising and examining various courses related to ethics, methodology, and philosophy of science, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate programs. His teaching includes courses such as Theory Science Research Methodology and Introduction Philosophy Science, among others. Jesper's academic contributions highlight the intersection of philosophy and scientific inquiry, emphasizing the application of philosophical concepts to scientific practices.

Research Interests

Philosophy of Science Scientific Methods Reliability of Evidence Medical Research Aesthetics

Courses

Degree Project Engineering Physics Ethics Introduction Computer Science Ethics Biotechnology Introduction Theory Science Research Methodology Technology Ethics Theory Methodology Science Applications

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).