Dr. Linda Laursen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Linda Nhu Laursen is an Associate Professor and Head of the Research Design Lab at Aalborg University, Denmark. Her research focuses on understanding design innovation to enable sustainable transformation in both environment and society. As the head of the AAU Design Lab, she directs a team of 15 design researchers, fostering interdisciplinary research that encompasses design, innovation, engineering, and philosophy. Laursen's work particularly emphasizes creating products that address long-term environmental issues, promoting circular design, repairability, and utilizing waste materials. She has led numerous research projects, securing over 30 million DKK from both public and private funding sources. Linda actively publishes in internationally acknowledged journals, including Design Studies and the Journal of Cleaner Production, and has received accolades for her impactful research and educational contributions. Additionally, she leads digitalization in industrial design education, sharing insights through various media including books, videos, and podcasts.

Research Interests

Requirements for Aalborg University

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree English proficiency level B
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma and transcripts
  • Official English translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply generally to Master's programs across departments including Sociology, Business, and Engineering at Aalborg University.