Dr. Per Berglund

Professor

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Biography

Per Berglund is a Full Professor of Biochemistry at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Industrial Biotechnology. He has held various key roles, including Director of the Master's Program in Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology and Deputy Head of the Department of Industrial Biotechnology. Berglund completed his PhD in Organic Chemistry and pursued postdoctoral research at the University of Toronto before starting his academic career at KTH in 1997. He served as Deputy Dean with a focus on educational cycles from 2010 to 2019. His research primarily focuses on Biocatalysis, which is integral to achieving a sustainable future, addressing major global challenges aligned with the 17 sustainable development goals. He employs bio-based, environmentally friendly production systems that leverage natural principles for the sustainable synthesis of high-value chemical products. In addition to his research, Berglund teaches various courses, primarily in Biochemistry and Biocatalysis, at the master's level, and has been involved in numerous projects within the field.

Research Interests

Courses

Biocatalysis Biochemistry 1 Biochemistry 2 Biotechnology Molecular Enzymology Project Work in Biotechnology

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).