Dr. Karin Avnit

Associate Professor

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Biography

Karin Avnit is an Associate Professor at the Singapore Institute of Technology, specializing in tech-enhanced learning and infocomm technology. She has held various academic positions since 2014, including Assistant Professor and Deputy Programme Director for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honors) in Information Communications Technology (Software Engineering). Avnit earned her PhD in Computer Engineering from the University of New South Wales, Australia, where she also completed her undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering. She has received multiple awards for teaching excellence, recognizing her significant contributions to educational practices at SIT. Additionally, Avnit has engaged in consultancies with major companies on hardware design verification and SAP implementations, as well as research development for combat systems with the Israeli Navy. Her research interests include the application of formal methods and automation in design processes, aiming to enhance efficiency and reliability in technological developments.

Research Interests

Experience

Deputy Director

2017-01-01 — Present

SIT T&L Academy • Singapore

Leading initiatives in technology-enhanced learning.

Deputy Programme Director

2016-01-01 — Present

SIT BEng (Hons) Information Communications Technology • Singapore

Overseeing the ICT program's curriculum and delivery.

Assistant Professor

2014-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Singapore Institute of Technology • Singapore

Teaching and conducting research in computer engineering.

Awards

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SIT Teaching Excellence Award

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SIT Teaching Excellence Award

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SIT Teaching Excellence Award

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Dean’s Award for Excellence in Research

2008-01-01
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Australian Postgraduate Award Scholarship

Requirements for Singapore Institute of Technology

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Polytechnic Diploma in Engineering or related field GCE A-Level with passes in Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry Mathematics at H2 level preferred
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Copy of NRIC or Passport
  • Personal Statement
  • Letters of Recommendation (optional for UG)
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Includes programs like Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering (SIT-UofG joint degrees).