Dr. Andreas Johnsson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Andreas Johnsson is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in planetary geomorphology. His research focuses on land surface processes and landforms on Mars and Earth, including permafrost dynamics and astrobiology. Johnsson aims to deepen the understanding of the role of water ice in shaping the Martian landscape over recent geologic time. He has conducted fieldwork in the Arctic Svalbard, representing valuable terrestrial analogs for Martian environments. His ongoing projects include the study of periglacial landforms on Mars and the implications of climate change for habitability. Johnsson employs remote sensing and satellite image interpretation as key methodologies in his work, contributing to publications in prestigious journals.

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).