Blekinge Institute of Technology (BTH) is a state-run institute of technology in Blekinge, in southern Sweden. It has a distinctive focus on applied IT and innovation for a sustainable future. BTH has two campuses, in Karlskrona and Karlshamn.
Address: Campus Gräsvik, 371 79 Karlskrona, Sweden
Applied IT, Sustainable Development, Engineering
Domains taught:
- AI and Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Data Analytics, Ecology and Sustainability, Engineering, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Software Engineering, Telecommunications
Diplomas*:
- Bachelor, Doctor, Master
Status:
- Public
Partnerships:
BTH has close cooperation with industry and society, which permeates both education and research at a regional, national, and international level. The institute has a strategic partnership with Ericsson and a number of other companies.
Research:
Research at BTH is focused on applied IT and sustainability. The research is conducted in two main areas: Digitalization and Sustainability, and is characterized by a multidisciplinary approach and close collaboration with external partners.
Famous Alumnis:
N/A
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
600
Current students***:
7000
Foreign students***:
20%
Cumulative former students***:
15000
Pros
A specialized institute of technology with a strong focus on applied IT and sustainability. A close relationship with industry and a good track record in innovation.
Cons
The institute has a relatively narrow focus, which may not be suitable for all students. The two-campus structure can also be a challenge.
Best For
Students who are interested in a specialized education in applied IT and sustainability, with a close connection to industry and a focus on innovation.
- Environmental Impact, Innovation, Research and Development, Sustainable Development
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
- known locally
- known locally and internationally
- is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
- is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group, it employs internal staff or external consultants or has public staff without employing them …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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