Dr. Anders Raustorp

Professor

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Biography

Anders Raustorp is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg specializing in physiotherapy with a focus on physical activity. He graduated from Karolinska Institutet in 2005 with a dissertation on the relationship between physical activity, body composition, and physical self-esteem in children and adolescents. Anders has been instrumental in advancing research methodologies in physiotherapy, often utilizing step counters and pedometer-related research to assess physical activity levels among various populations. He leads a Swedish section of an international research project measuring physical activity, BMI, and self-esteem in schoolchildren across different countries, including Sweden, the United States, and Australia. His research interests also extend to the impact of the physical environment on children's activity levels and the importance of sun protection. He collaborates internationally on studies related to childhood obesity prevention and has been involved in numerous research projects that examine the correlations between physical activity, nutrition, and health outcomes in children.

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).