Dr. Preben Pedersen

Professor

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Biography

Preben Terndrup Pedersen is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he served from 1973 to 2010. He was the head of Mechanical Engineering between 2001 and 2007 and has been recognized as a Foreign Member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering. His research primarily focuses on the load response of ships and offshore structures, risk analyses related to maritime activities, including ship collisions and grounding, and major bridges. He received an honorary doctorate from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Pedersen has also been involved in research linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. He has held the role of Strategic Scientific Advisor at Wuhan University of Technology since November 1, 2016, demonstrating his commitment to international collaboration in research.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

— Present

Technical University of Denmark • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Conducted research and taught in the areas of naval architecture and ocean engineering.

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.