Dr. Tigran Haas

Professor

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Biography

Professor Tigran Haas specializes in Urban Regional Studies, focusing on Urban Planning and Urban Design. His research investigates the interactions between urban life and planning, exploring how physical form and social dynamics influence well-being and inclusivity. He has led numerous externally funded research projects that address pressing urban challenges such as loneliness, aging populations, and spatial justice. Tigran has developed innovative concepts such as temporal urbanism and emergent placemaking, contributing significantly to the understanding of cities as complex living systems. With over 25 years of teaching experience both in Sweden and internationally, he has published more than 125 scholarly works, including books and articles. He is a recognized voice in contemporary urbanism and has built influential global networks in academia and policy. Currently, he directs the Urban Rural Lab at KTH and has been involved with prestigious institutions like MIT and the University of Michigan. Tigran holds advanced degrees in Architecture, Urban Planning, and Environmental Science, and has served in various leadership roles within academic and research communities.

Research Interests

Courses

Contemporary Urban Theory Degree Project Urban Regional Planning Degree Project Built Environment Project Urban Regional Studies Seminars Planning Decision Analysis Sustainable Rural Urban Development Urban Development City 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).