Dr. Peter Mikkelsen

Professor

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Biography

Peter Steen Mikkelsen is a professor at DTU Sustain with extensive expertise in integrated understanding and engineering management of Urban Water Systems. His main scientific interests include stormwater management, urban drainage, and the fate of micropollutants. Mikkelsen is recognized for his contributions to stormwater treatment, probabilistic forecasting, uncertainty communication, and climate adaptation. He has published over 400 publications, including more than 130 international peer-reviewed papers and served in prominent roles across various institutions, including the ETH/EAWAG in Switzerland and Monash University in Australia. His current work is centered on transdisciplinary collaborations that facilitate a broad connection of topics, including real-time monitoring and control of urban water systems. Mikkelsen has also participated in significant outreach efforts, notably organizing the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition in Copenhagen.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

Danish Technical University • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Head of outreach at DTU Sustain and lead in various research projects related to urban water management.

Requirements for Technical University of Denmark

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent Strong background in Mathematics and Physics
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Statement of purpose
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Documentation of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
Specialization Notes

This requirement applies generally across Technical University of Denmark (DTU) MSc programs including Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, and Engineering disciplines. Specific prerequisites vary by department/curriculum.