Dr. Petter Brändén

Professor

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Biography

Petter Brändén is a professor at the Royal Institute of Technology (Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan), focusing on algebraic combinatorics and positivity questions in mathematics. He is recognized as a Wallenberg Scholar and has received support from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and the Göran Gustafsson Foundation. His academic work is primarily situated within the Division of Algebra, Combinatorics, Geometry, and Topology. Brändén has also contributed to the development of various courses, including Discrete Mathematics and Matroid Theory, demonstrating his commitment to education in mathematical disciplines. His research has significant implications for understanding structures and problems within algebraic contexts, making him a prominent figure in combinatorial mathematics. Additionally, he is active in seminar activities related to the Combinatorics group at KTH, actively engaging with the academic community in his field.

Research Interests

Courses

Discrete Mathematics Matroid Theory

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
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
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

Specific requirements apply to all departments. For Architecture, a portfolio is mandatory and submitted via a separate KTH system.