Dr. Elizabeth Bjarnason

Associate Professor

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Biography

Elizabeth Bjarnason is an Associate Professor in Software Engineering at Lund University, Sweden, and a member of the Software Engineering Research Group (SERG). Her research interests emphasize empirical software development management methods, with a particular focus on requirements engineering and the human aspects of digital work environments, including communication and collaboration. She actively utilizes AI techniques in professional work settings. With 15 years of industry experience, Elizabeth has held roles such as requirements engineer and project manager. She teaches several courses including Business Aspects of Software Development and Requirements Engineering, and supervises Master’s projects in software engineering with a focus on software processes, collaboration, and agile development. Her work aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, addressing global priorities such as poverty alleviation and environmental protection. Elizabeth has been involved in various projects, contributing to the design of sustainable digital work environments and improving the software development process through innovative practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Lund University • Lund, Sweden

Teaching and conducting research in Software Engineering.

Awards

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Distinction Paper Award

2021-10-01
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Influential Paper Award

2021-09-01
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Distinguished Paper Award

2015-01-01

Requirements for Lund University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
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
PTE
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, History, Economic History, Economic Development, or Area Studies At least 90 ECTS credits in the qualifying major
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or proof of expected graduation
  • Copy of Passport or ID
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV
Specialization Notes

Includes Master of Science in Politics and Society of the Contemporary Middle East and European Affairs.