Dr. Rita Borgo

Associate Professor

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Biography

Rita Borgo is a Reader in Data Visualization at King's College London, where she leads the Human Centred Computing group. She specializes in data science, data visualization, visual analytics, and human factors with a strong emphasis on urban informatics and high-performance computing. Her research focuses on the effective presentation of complex data, exploring how visual representations affect understanding and decision-making. She has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications and presented her findings at prestigious international conferences in her field. Borgo’s work often integrates interdisciplinary approaches, fostering collaboration between different domains of knowledge to enhance technological applications in urban living environments. A notable achievement includes leading initiatives that utilize innovative visualization techniques to improve public services through data-driven insights. Her awards and honors reflect her commitment to enhancing the field of human-computer interaction through user-centered design and impactful research outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Reader

— Present

King's College London • London, GB

Leading the Human Centred Computing group, focusing on data visualization and human-computer interaction.

Requirements for King's College London

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.