Dr. Kjetil Falkenberg

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kjetil Falkenberg is an Associate Professor at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) specializing in music expressivity and music technology interaction. His work explores the integration of sound into everyday life, focusing on areas such as play, training, and rehabilitation. Falkenberg has a cross-disciplinary background that encompasses pedagogy, music science, and music technology. He is actively involved in various research projects, including those aimed at developing haptic and visual systems to enhance environmental awareness and alleviate social isolation in individuals with hearing impairments. Falkenberg’s involvement in the Sound Music Computing Group highlights his commitment to advancing the field of music technology. He has also contributed to educational courses at KTH and Södertörn University, emphasizing the importance of music communication and its application in technology-based learning environments.

Research Interests

Music Expressivity Music Technology Interaction Sound in Everyday Life Pedagogical Development Sonification Musical Communication

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Teaching and research in the field of Music Technology.

Courses

Advanced Individual Course in Music Communication (DT2216) Degree Project Media Technology, Cycle (DM128X) Human Centered Technology Disabilities (DM2624) Musical Communication Music Technology (DT2213) Sound Interaction (DT2300)

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

Specific requirements apply to all departments. For Architecture, a portfolio is mandatory and submitted via a separate KTH system.