In process industry, almost half of all operating costs are related to maintenance caused by friction and wear. Tribologists at Luleå University of Technology work in close cooperation with industry in solving problems linked to lubrication, friction and wear.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Scientific computing with applications in tribology
- Advanced topics in wear of materials
- Advanced engineering surfaces, metrology, function and manufacturing
- Condition monitoring
- Simulations in tribology
- Energy aspects in tribology
- Advanced topics in wear of materials
- Tribological simulation methods
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® iBT: 90
General requirements
An applicant meets the general entry requirements for doctoral (third-cycle) studies if he or she has been awarded a Master’s (second-cycle) qualification, has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 second-cycle credits, or has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in another way, in Sweden or elsewhere.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
EU/EEA Nationals: Free. If you are a citizen of a country within the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you are not required to pay application or tuition fees to study in Sweden.
Living costs
Luleå, Sweden: 981–1,621 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
