KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Overview

The PhD programme in Planning and Decision Analysis at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is designed to cultivate advanced research skills tailored to the analysis and enhancement of planning and decision-making processes, particularly those with significant long-term societal implications. Students will engage with a diverse range of theories and data derived from decision theory, planning theory, and environmental systems analysis.

What you'll study

The programme is structured around an individual study plan, bolstered by research training and coursework. The research environment encompasses a wide array of topics, including:

• Players, planning, and planning processes
• Housing quality, trade, and service
• Discourse analysis
• Case study methodology
• Governance and institutional capacity
• Sustainable development
• Cultural heritage and management
• Environmental justice and gender theory
• Mobility and transport
• Educational methodology
• Place analysis and habitat
• Regional science
• Space, power, and meaning
• Urban and regional economics
• Urban and regional infrastructure
• Urban planning and design

Research component: Each doctoral candidate will formulate a unique research project and fulfill the necessary training and degree requirements, culminating in the submission of a doctoral thesis.

Entry requirements

There are no specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA requirements for this programme. However, proficiency in English is essential for non-native speakers.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Planning and Decision Analysis PhD programme can expect to pursue diverse career opportunities in academia, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector firms. The skills acquired during the programme will empower them to contribute significantly to fields that require complex decision-making and strategic planning, particularly those with a focus on sustainability and societal impact.