Dr. Sonja Haustein

Professor

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Biography

Sonja Haustein is a Professor of Human Behaviour at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) Management. Her work focuses on understanding and predicting behavioural choices through the basis of interventions for sustainable behaviour, health, and well-being. One of her main areas of application is mobility within transport. She examines the effects of new technologies and services, identifying ways to improve their social and environmental impacts. Sonja's research interests include new transport technologies and services, attitudes towards mobility, and the mobility needs and constraints of older people. She has contributed significantly to this field through various projects and collaborations. Her expertise aligns closely with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to education and social inclusion. Sonja has received several prestigious awards, including the ERC Consolidator Grant in 2022 and the C.F. Graumann Award from the German Psychological Society for her doctoral thesis. Her academic journey includes a doctoral degree from Ruhr-Universität Bochum and numerous roles within research institutes, showcasing her extensive experience in psychology and transportation research.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

DTU Management • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Teaching and research in the field of Human Behaviour.

Researcher

2011-01-01 — 2014-01-01

DTU Transport • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Research focusing on transport-related behaviours and technologies.

Senior Researcher

2008-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Research Institute Regional Urban Development • Dortmund, Germany

Conducted research on urban mobility and transport systems.

Research Associate

2002-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Faculty Psychology, Ruhr-Universität Bochum • Bochum, Germany

Engaged in various research and teaching activities in psychology.

Awards

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Georg-Gottlob-Award

1999-01-01
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C.F. Graumann Award

2009-01-01
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ERC Consolidator Grant

2022-01-01

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.