Dr. Lars Geschwind

Professor

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Biography

Lars Geschwind is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Engineering Education Policy. He coordinates the HEOS (Higher Education Organization Studies) research group. His main research interests include higher education policy, institutional governance, academic leadership, and management in the academic context. Lars is involved in various projects that examine the change processes within higher education institutions, such as governance steering, quality assurance, and academic careers. His work often includes a comparative component with a historical perspective. Lars has significant professional experience working in higher education research, government agencies, and international consultancy. He has held teaching and research positions at Swedish universities prior to joining KTH. He is currently affiliated with Tampere University as a docent in Higher Education Policy Management. Lars holds a PhD in History, a Master of Arts, and a Teacher Training Certificate from Uppsala University.

Research Interests

Higher Education Policy Institutional Governance Academic Leadership Management in Higher Education

Experience

Professor

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Specializes in Engineering Education Policy and coordinates the HEOS research group.

Courses

Literature Course; Research Seminars ECE (FLF3006) Literature Course; Education Communication Technology Sciences (FLF3003) Literature Course; Education Communication Technology Sciences (FLF3004) Literature Course; Education Communication Technology Sciences (FLF3005)

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).