Dr. Johan Silfwerbrand

Professor

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Biography

Johan Silfwerbrand is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Concrete Structures. He obtained his master's degree in Civil Engineering in 1982 and a Doctorate in Structural Engineering in 1987, followed by a docent degree in 1990. At KTH, he has held various positions, including Assistant, Research Assistant, University Lecturer, and later Professor in the Concrete Structures division. He has served as the head of the Department of Civil Engineering from 2014 to 2021 and led numerous courses in civil and structural engineering. His research interests encompass concrete repairs, concrete structures, pavement engineering, industrial flooring, fiber-reinforced concrete, self-compacting concrete, fire safety, and sustainable construction practices. Silfwerbrand is actively involved in several professional organizations, including the Swedish Concrete Association and the American Concrete Institute.

Research Interests

Courses

Advanced Bridge Design (AF2203) Bridge Design (AF2201) Building Materials, Basic Course (AF1301) Concrete Structures (AF2101) Concrete Structures, Advanced Course (AF2102) Degree Project Concrete Structures, Cycle (AF213X) Degree Project Constructional Engineering Design, Cycle (AF179X) Degree Project Fluid Climate Technology, Cycle (AF259X) Degree Project Structural Engineering Bridges, Cycle (AF223X) Differential Equations Applications (SF1676) Project Concrete Structures (FAF3117) Project Structural Engineering (FAF3003) Road Construction Maintenance (AF2903) Structural Engineering 2 (AF1747) Structural Engineering, Basic Course (AF1005) Theory Methodology Science Risk Safety Building Sciences (AF2023)

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).