Dr. Birgit Fahrman

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Biography

Birgit Kempinsky Fahrman is a lecturer at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in technology didactics. She focuses on how teachers perceive and understand the purpose of content in technology and its subjects. Her involvement includes participation in the Stockholm Teaching and Learning Studies (STLS), where she engages in practical-based research related to technology and scientific subjects. She is committed to advancing education within the realm of technology, mathematics, and science for compulsory school years 7-9. Her curriculum encompasses various courses like Basic Communication Teaching (FLH3000) and subject-based teaching and learning projects, which emphasize practical and theoretical aspects of education in her fields of expertise. Additionally, she oversees school placements and contributes to the teacher education program's development through her involvement in innovative pedagogical methods.

Research Interests

Courses

Basic Communication Teaching (FLH3000) Teacher Degree Project Subject-Based Teaching and Learning, Cycle (LT101X) Teacher Degree Project Subject-Based Teaching and Learning, Cycle (LT201X) Teacher School Placement 2 (LT2013) Course Responsible School Placement 1 (LT1045) Teacher School Placement 2 (LT2043) Teacher Subject-Based Teaching and Learning Technology (LT1052) Teacher Subject-Based Teaching and Learning (LT1017)

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).