Dr. Thashmee Karunaratne

Associate Professor

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Biography

Thashmee Karunaratne is an Associate Professor in Digital Learning at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, with specific research interests in analytics-based design, digital transformation, and data-informed education. His work focuses on the transformative use of data in education, enhancing student performance, and monitoring skills development to facilitate timely interventions that improve educational outcomes. Thashmee has been instrumental in leading numerous national and international projects, including EU-funded initiatives such as SkillsMatch and De4A, which aim to enhance digital transformation in education and public services. He actively investigates the institutional readiness for data sharing and evidence-based decision-making, contributing to frameworks that foster collaboration between universities and industry partners. Additionally, his research explores the role of digital skills in enhancing employability for both students and educators, and he has been involved in designing blended learning initiatives and teacher training programs in regions such as Ukraine, Rwanda, and other parts of Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Teaching and researching digital learning and transformation, focusing on analytics in education and enhancing student performance.

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

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
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).