Dr. Ulrika Engström Palme

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ulrika Engström Palme is a visiting researcher in Environmental Systems Analysis at Chalmers University. She holds a master’s degree in Biology from the University of Gothenburg. After working in a small innovation company in the waste industry and as a teacher in upper secondary school, she joined Chalmers. Her thesis, completed in 2007, focused on indicators for sustainable development in urban water systems. Her main research interests revolve around the aspects and applications of sustainable development indicators, with an emphasis on land use. Ulrika has served on various boards and councils, including the Mistra Innovation board in 2011 and as a member of the scientific council on biodiversity and ecosystem services for the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency in 2013. In 2016, she was part of the steering group for the Gothenburg Global Biodiversity Centre. Her research extends to indicators related to sustainable development, standalone tools, life cycle assessment, and multi-criteria analyses, focusing on urban water systems and corporate efforts in sustainable development, particularly in relation to biodiversity.

Research Interests

Requirements for Chalmers University 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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:62
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:62
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Science, or Architecture Minimum 180 ECTS credits Specific course prerequisites in Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Multivariable Analysis, Statistics) Specific course prerequisites in Physics or Chemistry depending on program
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcripts of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Project portfolio (required for Architecture and Design programs)
Specialization Notes

General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.