Dr. Katarina Gustavsson

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Biography

Katarina Gustavsson is a university lecturer at the Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in analytical and numerical methods for differential equations. She teaches several advanced level courses in computational techniques, overseeing student theses and guiding coursework in numerical methods. Her work includes roles as an examiner and course leader for various subjects, contributing to the academic development of students in the field of technical and scientific calculations using C++. With a strong focus on practical applications in her teaching, she encourages students to develop robust programming skills to solve complex problems. Katarina is also actively involved in research, and her contributions are documented within her ORCID profile.

Research Interests

Analytical Methods Numerical Methods Differential Equations Computational Techniques

Courses

Analytical and Numerical Methods for Differential Equations (SF1523) Thesis in Computational Techniques, Advanced Level (SF259X) Thesis in Computational Techniques, Advanced Level (SF250X) Basic Course in Numerical Methods (SF1525) Numerical Methods and Basic Programming (SF1519) Numerical Methods and Basic Programming, Part 1 (SF1520) Numerical Methods, Basic Course (SF1552) Numerical Methods, Basic Course (SF1547) C++ Programming for Technical and Scientific Calculations (SF2565) C++ Programming for Technical-Scientific Calculations (FSF3565)

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
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 (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

Specific requirements apply to all departments. For Architecture, a portfolio is mandatory and submitted via a separate KTH system.