Dr. Pasan Hettiarachchi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Pasan Hettiarachchi is a researcher with a PhD in experimental physics focusing on electrical discharges. He currently works as a principal research engineer in the Division of Occupational Environmental Medicine at Uppsala University. His primary research area is Ergonomics, where he specializes in algorithm development related to physical activity, sedentary behavior, sleep, physical load, and body postures. Over the course of his career, he has authored and co-authored 50 scientific papers published in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.

Research Interests

Ergonomics Algorithm Development Physical Activity Sedentary Behaviour Sleep Physical Load Body Postures

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
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
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.