Dr. Kerstin Krellenberg

Professor

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Biography

Kerstin Krellenberg is a Professor in Urban Studies at the University of Vienna, where she focuses her research on urban sustainability transformations and climate change adaptation. Her work examines local democratic processes in the context of climate change and emphasizes interdisciplinary perspectives on natural hazards and urban vulnerability. Professor Krellenberg has contributed to numerous academic projects, including individual research projects and seminars addressing topics such as urban climate adaptation and global change. She is actively involved in teaching a variety of courses aimed at integrating theory and practice in human geography and spatial planning.

Research Interests

Courses

Individual Research Project Urban Sustainability Transformations Lecture Series: Natural Hazards, Vulnerability Disasters - Interdisciplinary Perspectives Excursion Abroad: Democracy Climate Change Adaptation Berlin Vienna Urban Climate Change Adaptation - Accompanying Seminar Preparatory Seminar Bachelor Paper Human Geography PhD Research Seminar: Human Geography Topic Seminar Geographical Perspectives Global Change Sustainability

Requirements for University of Vienna

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Completed Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or equivalent subject At least 150 ECTS from a relevant undergraduate program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency (C1 level for English-taught, B2 for others)
  • Proof of German proficiency (at least C1 level for German-taught programs)
  • Passport or ID card
  • Curriculum Vitae
Specialization Notes

Requirement for German proficiency: Proficiency in German at level C1 is required for most philosophy programs except specifically designated English-language tracks.