Dr. Rasmus Blanck

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rasmus Blanck is an Associate Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in computational linguistics and philosophy. He coordinates the Master's programme in Language Technology and has taught various courses in philosophy, logic, and linguistics. Blanck's research focuses on natural language inference, formal semantics, and probabilistic semantics in natural language, as well as metamathematics and the philosophy of mathematics. He leads a project funded by the Swedish Research Council, exploring foundational issues in probabilistic semantics. Throughout his career, he has contributed to numerous publications in the intersection of logic, linguistics, and computational methods. His work examines meta-inferential properties and linguistics within large-scale language models, highlighting his commitment to advancing understanding in these fields. Blanck's educational roles have involved guiding students through complex topics in logic both at undergraduate and master's levels, ensuring a comprehensive grasp of the material. His recent projects and publications illustrate his active contributions to the academic community and his ongoing research endeavors.

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).