Dr. Olof Bälter

Professor

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Biography

Olof Bälter is a Professor at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Sweden, specializing in Computer Science with a focus on learning engineering. He is the founder of the research group Technology Enhanced Learning and has received multiple awards for his pedagogical achievements, including KTH's pedagogical prize and being recognized as a Higher Education Hero. Bälter has developed an online course that thousands of students take yearly and has made significant contributions to question-based learning (QBL) methodology through collaboration with institutions like Carnegie Mellon University and Stanford University. His ongoing research includes projects in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and addressing learning challenges for individuals with ADHD. Bälter is committed to making education more effective and efficient, melding traditional teaching with digital tools and AI-generated content.

Research Interests

Learning Engineering Technology Enhanced Learning Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Question-Based Learning

Courses

Computer Game Design (DH2650) Degree Project Computer Science Engineering Degree Project Media Technology Human Perception Information Technology (DM2350) Introduction to Programming (DD1010) Program Development Interactive Media (DM1595) Integrating Course in Media Technology (DM1578) Programming Techniques (DD1310) Software Engineering Fundamentals (DD2480) Technology Enhanced Learning (DM2730)

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.