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Professor Dr. Sara Borgström

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sara Borgström is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Strategic Sustainability Studies. Her research focuses on urban sustainability, exploring the complex interactions between social, technological, and ecological systems in urban environments. Borgström investigates the dynamics of urban green-blue infrastructure and its role in enhancing public well-being, mitigating environmental challenges, and supporting sustainable urban development. Her work emphasizes the need for multi-level governance to address the wicked challenges posed by climate change and environmental justice. Through trans-disciplinary processes, she seeks to develop innovative strategies for sustainable urban planning and management, ensuring that urban developments are resilient and beneficial for society. Borgström is actively involved in teaching various courses related to sustainability science and urban planning at KTH, guiding degree projects that emphasize sustainable development practices.

Research Interests

Urban Sustainability Social-Ecological Systems Sustainable Urban Development Urban Green-Blue Infrastructure

Courses

Degree Project Industrial Ecology Degree Project Strategies Sustainable Development Ecology Environmental Effects Introduction Planning Building Process Methods Sustainability Science Project Sustainable Urban Planning - Assessments, Plans Processes Resilience Thinking Sustainable Planning

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).