Dr. Lennart Söder

Professor

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Biography

Lennart Söder is an emeritus professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Electric Power Systems. He has been engaged in research and education in the field since 1999, focusing on areas such as power system stability, electricity price formation, smart grids, and the impact of wind and solar energy. His work also includes economic regulation of hydro power and the effects of electric vehicles on power systems. Söder has contributed to various national studies and has served as the sole investigator for the Grid Inquiry conducted by the government. His expertise has led him to participate in international collaborative projects within Sweden and the Nordic region, as well as the European Union and International Energy Agency. Throughout his career, he has supervised over 40 PhD students and has been involved in numerous academic programs, teaching courses ranging from Carbon Dioxide Neutral Energy Transport Systems to Power System Analysis and Modern Electricity Markets.

Research Interests

Electric Power Systems Power System Stability Electricity Price Formation Smart Grids Wind Energy Solar Energy Hydro Power Regulation Electric Vehicles Economic Regulation

Courses

Carbon Dioxide Neutral Energy Transport System Degree Project Electric Power Systems Degree Project Electrical Engineering, specialising Electric Power Engineering Degree Project Electrical Engineering, specialising Energy Innovation Individual Project Electric Power Energy systems Individual Project Electric Power Energy systems II Modern Electricity Markets Power System Analysis Wind Power Systems

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).