Dr. Andreas Stæhr

Associate Professor

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Biography

Andreas Candefors Stæhr is an Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in linguistic anthropology and sociolinguistics. His research focuses on everyday language use, particularly in digital and offline contexts, exploring how language practices influence family socialization, youth culture, and media ideologies. Stæhr employs linguistic ethnography to address the communicative functions served by family members in digital communication settings, examining the impact of technology on family life across generations. His current project, Language Family (SoMeFamily), investigates the integral role of digital communication in contemporary family dynamics, contributing to the fields of media studies and family sociology. Stæhr's work aims to enhance understanding of how digital communication shapes identity formation and social relations among adolescents and their families. He has participated in numerous conferences and workshops, sharing insights regarding digital language practices and intergenerational communication dynamics.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Teaching and researching in linguistic anthropology and sociolinguistics.

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.