Dr. Kasun Wijesooriya

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kasun Wijesooriya is a Research Associate in the School of Engineering and Technology at the University of New South Wales Canberra. He holds a PhD in Structural Engineering and has completed multiple Master's degrees in related fields from prestigious universities. His research primarily focuses on extreme loading events, particularly the wind and blast effects, applying expert numerical finite element modeling techniques. With a strong background in Structural Engineering Dynamics, Kasun's primary research focus includes Wind Engineering, Fluid-Structure Interaction, and Civil Structures involving super-tall buildings. He has broadened his research interests to encompass fields such as Blast Impact Effects, Sustainable Construction, and the application of Artificial Intelligence in Engineering.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

— Present

University of New South Wales • Canberra

Conducts research related to wind and blast effects on civil structures, focusing on innovative modeling techniques and applications.

Courses

Civil Design Practice Civil Engineering Materials Structural Analysis

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.