Dr. Jimmy Olsson

Professor

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Biography

Jimmy Olsson is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. His research interests focus on inference, stochastic processes, computational statistics, with a particular emphasis on sequential Monte Carlo and Markov chain Monte Carlo methods, as well as applied probability. He has contributed to the field through various publications and has an extensive background in mathematical statistics.

Research Interests

Inference Stochastic Processes Computational Statistics Sequential Monte Carlo Markov Chain Monte Carlo Applied Probability

Courses

Computer Intensive Methods Mathematical Statistics (SF2955) Degree Project Financial Mathematics, Cycle (SF291X)

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).