Dr. Igor Oliveira

Associate Professor

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Biography

Igor Carboni Oliveira is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Warwick. His research focuses on computational complexity theory, particularly the connections between algorithms, combinatorics, and mathematical logic. He has delved into various research directions related to meta-complexity, including hardness and compression problems, as well as unprovability results in logic. Oliveira has contributed significantly to the understanding of computational pseudorandomness and the probabilistic aspects of Kolmogorov complexity. He has been involved in several high-impact research projects and has received support from prestigious organizations such as the Royal Society and UKRI. Before his current position, he worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Oxford and was a research fellow at UC Berkeley's Simons Institute. Igor holds a PhD from Columbia University, where he specialized in theoretical computation. His academic career has been marked by a strong commitment to advancing the field of computer science, particularly in understanding the complexities underlying effective computation, and he continues to mentor students and collaborate on innovative research projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher

2018-01-01 — 2019-12-31

Algorithms Complexity Theory Group, University of Oxford • Oxford, UK

Conducted research on algorithms and complexity theory focusing on theoretical frameworks and connections to computational problems.

Research Fellow

2019-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Simons Institute, UC Berkeley • Berkeley, CA, USA

Engaged in collaborative projects on computational complexity, contributing to seminars and workshops.

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
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  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.