Dr. Kasun Hewage

Professor

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Biography

Kasun Hewage is a Full Professor at the School of Engineering, University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus. He holds a PhD in project management from the University of Calgary and specializes in lifecycle thinking in engineering, circular economy, sustainability analysis of infrastructure projects, construction productivity, and process optimization. Dr. Hewage directs UBC Okanagan’s Life Cycle Management Laboratory, which focuses on developing novel smart energy solutions through collaboration with municipalities and industry. His research aids in improving energy efficiency in buildings and identifying viable waste-to-energy options. He has published extensively in reputable journals and conference proceedings, with a strong background in civil engineering and management within Canada’s oil and gas sector prior to joining UBC in 2008. Dr. Hewage's work includes exploring clean technologies and strategies for climate change mitigation, implementing building energy performance enhancements, and addressing the integration of electric vehicles into energy systems. He is also the FortisBC Smart Energy Chair, leading initiatives to enhance energy solutions in British Columbia.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Kelowna, BC, Canada

Full Professor at the School of Engineering, directing research on lifecycle management and smart energy solutions.

Courses

Engineering Project Management Construction Engineering Management Project Planning Control Life Cycle Assessment Management

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
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:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.