Dr. Marco Adelfio

Associate Professor

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Biography

Marco Adelfio is an Associate Professor at Chalmers University, specializing in Urban Design and Planning within the Architecture and Civil Engineering department. His research focuses on multi-stakeholder processes and co-production of knowledge contributing to socially sustainable development in urban, suburban, and rural areas. Marco has expertise in collaborative pedagogy in the fields of urban design and community architecture, as well as participatory Geographic Information Systems (GIS). He emphasizes the role of both human and non-human actors in local translation and the circulation of knowledge. Before his current position in Sweden, he taught urban design and urban planning at various Spanish universities and worked as an urban design planning consultant in Madrid, collaborating with major clients including Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA) and the National Agency for Land Development in Spain, as well as Endesa, the leading electricity company in Spain and Latin America.

Research Interests

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.