Dr. Leif Eriksson

Professor

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Biography

Leif Eriksson came to Chalmers in 2004 and was promoted to professor in radar remote sensing in 2022. From 2012 to 2017, he acted as group leader for the research group in Radar Remote Sensing, and from 2017 to 2020, he served as head of the faculty assembly for the Department of Space, Earth and Environment. His research aims to develop methods for measurements of land and ocean using radar data, with a primary focus on the use of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) from satellites and aircraft. His studies involve forest biomass, clear cuts, and storm damage, as well as sea ice parameters such as ice concentration, ice drift, and ice thickness, and wind currents over the sea surface.

Research Interests

Remote Sensing Radar Remote Sensing Synthetic Aperture Radar Land Measurement Ocean Measurement Forest Studies Sea Ice Studies

Requirements for Chalmers University 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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:62
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:62
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Science, or Architecture Minimum 180 ECTS credits Specific course prerequisites in Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Multivariable Analysis, Statistics) Specific course prerequisites in Physics or Chemistry depending on program
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcripts of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Project portfolio (required for Architecture and Design programs)
Specialization Notes

General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.