Overview

Quality Technology and Logistics research at Luleå University of Technology focuses on both quantitative methods and tools such as Design of Experiments, statistical process monitoring, traceability, time series analysis, system reliability as well as more qualitative aspects of quality management such as leadership, organisational learning and implementation issues.

Key facts

We also study circular based economy, leading for sustainability, optimised logistics solutions and more. We base our research on the needs of the industry and other actors and is performed in closed cooperation with the different actors of society.

Programme Structure

Research projects include:

From word to action – sustainability management system for social acceptance
Optimized planning of railway maintenance
Operationalization, evaluation and control when procuring care
From islands of development to holistic approaches
Procurement and governance of railway maintenance services
Improved condition assessment through statistical analysis
Project effectiveness and efficiency

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Luleå, Sweden

Disciplines

Supply Chain Management & Logistics Operations and Quality Management View 3 other PhDs in Supply Chain Management & Logistics in Sweden

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

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.

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Tuition Fees

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EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

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

6830 - 11280 SEK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.