Dr. Helga Olafsdottir

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Helga Kristin Olafsdottir is a Postdoctoral researcher specializing in applied mathematics and statistics, with a focus on extreme value theory and non-Gaussian models alongside spatial statistics. Her research interests encompass extreme rainfall modeling and the implications of climate change, particularly in relation to proper scoring rules and extreme value inference. In 2024, she will publish work on locally tail-scale invariant scoring rules for evaluating extreme value forecasts and has previously co-authored papers discussing model evaluation and applications in extreme rainfall under climate change scenarios. Her notable research contributions include exploring how exact gradients can enhance parameter estimation in nonlinear mixed effects models, showcased in her work published in 2018 in the Aaps Journal. Olafsdottir has actively participated in international conferences such as ACoP8, presenting findings on pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, further establishing her presence in the academic community.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).