Dr. Pavel Korzhavy

Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Pavel Korzhavy. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Pavel Korzhavyi is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Materials Technology with a focus on modeling disordered crystals and thermodynamic and kinetic properties. He employs quantum mechanics and theoretical modeling to address applied materials relevant to industry, particularly in metals and ceramics at elevated temperatures. Korzhavyi actively leads several ongoing projects, including the ExpSkills-REM project, aimed at enhancing knowledge and skills in the Rare Earth Permanent Magnets value chain, which is financed by the EIT RawMaterials and co-funded by the European Union. He is also a member of the advisory editorial board of the Journal of Nuclear Materials, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field. Pavel is dedicated to education and mentorship, teaching and examining courses related to materials properties and research planning at KTH. He is recognized for his contribution to the Knowledge Innovation Community RawMaterials and the European Raw Materials Alliance (ERMA).

Research Interests

Courses

Basic Supervision (FMH3906) Degree Project Materials Process Design, Cycle (MH201X) Degree Project Materials Process Design, Cycle (MH202X) Functional Materials (MH2300) Materials Properties (MH2056) Materials Properties II (MH2060) Research Planning Supervision (FMH3900)

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).