Dr. Oskar Fröidh

Associate Professor

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Biography

Oskar Fröidh is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in transport planning and railway systems. His research focuses on the strategic challenges in achieving sustainable development in transportation, particularly concerning energy-efficient and high-capacity trains for the future of freight transport. He actively engages in the management of research initiatives, teaching, and supervising doctoral students. In 2024, Oskar became the director of the KTH Railway Group, emphasizing his leadership role in advancing railway technology and planning. His educational contributions include serving as an examiner for multiple courses related to railway traffic and planning, underscoring his expertise in civil engineering and railway operations.

Research Interests

Transport Planning Railway Systems Sustainable Development Rail Freight Transport

Courses

Degree Project Civil Engineering Degree Project Railway Rail Traffic Railway Planning Operations Railway Planning Operations Project Course Railway Signalling System - Project Planning Railway Traffic - Market Planning Basic Course

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).