Dr. Viji Kandasamy

Professor

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Biography

Viji Kandasamy is the Head of the DNA Foundry at the Technical University of Denmark, specializing in genome engineering. Her work focuses on achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals by optimizing microbial cell factories, particularly in C1 metabolism. Kandasamy supervises several PhD projects, exploring evolutionary adaptations and the modulation of gene sets in model organisms such as E. coli. She actively contributes to various research areas and collaborates with international researchers to advance the field of synthetic biology. Her expertise includes optimizing genetic tools and methodologies to enhance sustainable biotechnology applications.

Research Interests

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.