Dr. Jonas Runberger

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jonas Runberger is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Architectural Technology. With a PhD obtained in 2012 and a Licentiate Degree from 2008, he also holds a Master’s degree from 2004. Over his 20-year career, Jonas has gained extensive experience as a practitioner, educator, and researcher. He leads the research project 'Design Technology: Digital Ability in Sustainable Architectural Practice,' which collaborates with RISE and 18 industry partners to enhance digital and computational workflows in architectural practice. His past roles include serving as Professor of Digital Design at Chalmers University of Technology and as Head of Dsearch at White Arkitekter, focusing on computational design and development. He has held academic positions at renowned institutions including the Architectural Association School of Architecture and ETH Zurich, where he taught a Master's program in Architectural Design. His research emphasizes the intersection of design techniques, digital technologies, and traditional architecture practices, focusing on innovative methodologies in architectural education and practice.

Research Interests

Architectural Technology Digital Ability in Sustainable Architectural Practice Computational Design Digital Design

Experience

Associate Professor

2024-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Leads research in Architectural Technology and teaches courses in this domain.

Professor of Digital Design

2016-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Chalmers University of Technology • Gothenburg, Sweden

Led research projects and taught in the Master's program.

Head of Dsearch

2010-01-01 — 2024-01-01

White Arkitekter • Stockholm, Sweden

Managed a team engaged in computational design and development.

Lecturer

2008-01-01 — 2009-01-01

London Metropolitan University • London, UK

Taught in the Masters program focused on Architecture & Digital Design Systems.

Unit Master

2008-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Architectural Association School of Architecture • London, UK

Led a diploma unit and taught architectural design.

Assistant

2001-01-01 — 2001-12-31

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Assisted in the Machinic Processes Architectural Design course.

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).