Dr. Jonathan Metzger

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Biography

Jonathan Metzger is a professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, focusing on urban regional planning and complex decision-making. He leads research on sustainable urban development and the complexities of spatial planning, addressing the intersection of knowledge, policy, and governance. His academic work is rooted in a rich blend of theories from the fields of Planning Studies, Human Geography, and Science-Technology Studies. Jonathan's research emphasizes understanding how urban sustainable development is translated in practice through stakeholders and governance systems. His examination of 'more-than-human' perspectives in planning acknowledges contemporary ecological challenges and seeks innovative methodologies to address them. Jonathan is actively supervising PhD candidates and contributing significantly to journals in his field, reflecting his commitment to advancing urban studies and planning methodologies.

Research Interests

Urban Regional Planning Policy Planning Studies Human Geography Science-Technology Studies Organizational Studies

Experience

Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Involved in research and teaching, focusing on urban regional planning and decision-making.

Courses

Actors and Processes in Planning (AG1138) Degree Project in Urban and Regional Planning, Second Cycle (AG212X) Degree Project in the Built Environment, First Cycle (AG111X) Essay in Self-reflexive Methodology (FAG3173) European Planning Systems (AG2161) Political Economy for Environmental Planners (AG2142) Self-reflexive Methodology for the Scientific Study of Complex Social Phenomena (FAG3165) Theory and Analysis of Decision-making (FAG3006) Theory of Science and Research Methodology for Planning and Design (AG2126)

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).