Dr. Josefin Larsson

Professor

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Biography

Josefin Larsson is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in the Division of Particle Physics, specializing in Astrophysics and Medical Imaging. She is a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences and a Wallenberg Scholar. Josefin completed her MSc at Lund University and her PhD at the University of Cambridge, followed by a postdoctoral position at Stockholm University. Her main research interests focus on supernova remnants, gamma-ray bursts, and compact objects. She leads a research group that utilizes multiwavelength observations to tackle unresolved problems in astrophysics, particularly the explosion mechanisms and properties of compact objects formed in these explosions. Among her favorite astronomical subjects is the nearby Supernova 1987A, and she has contributed to exciting results in its analysis through observations from the James Webb Space Telescope.

Research Interests

Courses

Applied Modern Physics (SH1015) Astroparticle Physics (SH2204) Degree Project Engineering Physics (SA114X) Degree Project Mechanical Engineering (SA118X) Degree Project Vehicle Engineering (SA115X) Degree project Engineering Mathematics (SA120X) Introductory Astronomy for Engineers (SH1003)

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).