Dr. Bern Martens

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Bern Martens is a faculty member at KU Leuven's Department of Computer Science. His research focuses on the interdisciplinary teaching of computer science and STEM education, particularly in primary and secondary educational contexts. He has contributed to various workshops and published several papers aimed at improving the quality of computer science education in Flanders, Belgium. His work emphasizes the implementation of algorithms and coding into classroom settings, and he actively engages in discussions around ethical considerations in ICT curricula. Notably, he has presented at international conferences such as WiPSCE and ESERA, where he shares insights on pedagogical approaches and curriculum development in STEM education.

Research Interests

Computer Science Education STEM Education Interdisciplinary Teaching

Experience

Associate Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

KU Leuven • Leuven, Belgium

Faculty member focusing on computer science education and STEM curriculum development.

Courses

Science Teaching Methodology ICT Competences in Education Media Literacy in Education

Requirements for KU Leuven

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:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:94
GRE General
Verbal
Required:154
Quantitative
Required:166
Overall
Required:154
Prerequisites
Academic Bachelor's programme in Engineering Science with strong components in computer science and mathematics Bachelor's degree in Informatics or Computer Science with a strong component of mathematics
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Specialization Notes

Master of Engineering: Computer Science. Admission is at the discretion of the Faculty of Engineering Science.