Dr. Rachel Pettersson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rachel Pettersson is an Adjunct Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Corrosion Science. Her research focuses on surface corrosion processes, including pitting corrosion, stress corrosion cracking, and high-temperature corrosion, particularly in stainless steels. With a prolific output of 130 publications, she has established herself as a leading figure in the field. Beyond her role at KTH, Rachel serves as the Research Manager at Jernkontoret, the Swedish Steel Producers’ Association, where she oversees technical areas related to steel products and development applications, acting as a liaison for European research efforts. She has also held significant positions in industry, previously managing departments at Outokumpu Stainless and Swerea KIMAB. Rachel is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of engineers and researchers, currently supervising students in their academic pursuits.

Research Interests

Corrosion Science Pitting Corrosion Stress Corrosion Cracking High Temperature Corrosion Stainless Steels

Experience

Research Manager

— Present

Jernkontoret • Sweden

Responsible for technical areas related to steel products and European research liaison.

Adjunct Professor

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Teaching and supervising students in the field of Corrosion Science.

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).