Dr. Mona Bjørn

Professor

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Biography

Mona Bjørn is a researcher specializing in Plant Community Ecology with significant contributions towards grassland diversification and restoration. Her research aims to provide innovative solutions for the management of herbaceous vegetation types, supporting native flora and fauna, and thereby contributing to the mitigation of biodiversity loss exacerbated by urbanization. Over the last eight years, Mona has focused on nature-based solutions to optimize urban ecosystems, including research support for various private and public stakeholders. Her work includes projects related to urban biodiversity, such as Floating Vegetated Islands for stormwater management and Holistic Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems. She has coordinated multiple courses related to biodiversity and landscape architecture at the University of Copenhagen. In addition to her teaching role, Mona has received several awards for her teaching excellence. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Applied Ecology from the University of Copenhagen.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Research and teaching in Plant Community Ecology, focusing on urban biodiversity and ecological restoration.

Awards

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Årets IGN underviser 2020

2021-02-26
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A-course teaching Award - Planting Design (BSc)

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A-course teaching Award - Biodiversity Urban Nature (MSc)

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A-course teaching Award - Biodiversity Urban Nature (MSc)

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A-course teaching Award - Biodiversity Urban Nature (MSc)

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A-course teaching Award - Biodiversity Urban Nature (MSc)

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.