learn2light

KTH, Royal Institute of Technology

Faculty School of Technology and Health
The Lighting Laboratory
Marinens väg 30
136 40 Handen, Sweden

Department:

Ergonomics

Website:

www.sth.kth.se/light
www.kth.se/studies/master?l=en

Language:

English

Degree:

Master of Science, Architectural Lighting Design (One Year programme)
Master of Science, Architectural Lighting Design and Health (Two year programme)

Program Overview:

The profile for the program is based on a new approach for light and light planning. The learning process is a combination of visual and technical based experience and knowledge directed on design, technique and health. The educational idea is built on a comprehensive view, where theoretical knowledge will be combined with practical applications in laboratory experiments, project work and full scale studies.

The international profile of the program will offer a deepening discussion and understanding of cultural based views and values.

Contact/Faculty:

Jan Ejhed, Professor
Agneta Ejhed, Programme Coordinator

+46 8 790 48 31

Federico Favero
Gerhard Rehm
Diana Joels
Per Nylén

Tuition:

Free for Europeans and students from EES countries
Fee of 145.000 SEK/year for others

Number of Graduates per Year:

40-45

Curriculum:

Compulsory
1 and 2 year programme, 1st and 2nd semester

Light and Humans
Light and room l, Outdoor Lighting
Light and Science
Light and room ll, Indoor Lighting
Daylight and the Design Process
Master Thesis Project, 10 weeks

2 year programme, 3rd and 4th semester

Vision ergonomics
Light and health
Computer programmes
Theory of science and methodology of research
Master Thesis project, 20 weeks

Option

Luminaire Design

Master class course:

Lighting Design in Heritage buildings and environment (8 weeks)