Dr. Pengju Liu

Instructor

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Biography

Pengju Liu is a Doctoral student at Umeå University, specializing in background energy efficiency in buildings. His current research focuses on demand response and demand-side flexibility in buildings, with a strong emphasis on an occupant-centric perspective. Liu addresses challenges in the field by employing state-of-the-art methods in energy modeling, machine learning, computational intelligence, and energy system optimization. His work is supported by advanced experimental digital capabilities at Umeå University, particularly through engagement with the Intelligent Human-Buildings Interactions Lab. The primary goal of Liu's research is to support the heterogeneous needs of stakeholders during the energy transition, developing practical intelligent flexibility solutions that balance energy performance with system-level benefits and occupant comfort preferences.

Research Interests

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.