Dr. Beatrice Persson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Beatrice Persson is a Senior Lecturer in Art Visual Culture at the University of Gothenburg. She holds a PhD in Art History and Visual Studies from the Department of Cultural Sciences at the University. Her dissertation examined the criteria that constitute contemporary art in a globalized art world, particularly focusing on the Australian art scene within a postcolonial context. Her research interests include the intersectionality of contemporary art, critical theory, and education through art-based research. Beatrice coordinates and teaches courses in Art Teacher Education and the Visual Arts, focusing on art theory, critical theory, history, and practices. She also supervises doctoral students in Artistic Practice and has worked on various projects studying contemporary art structures in cities such as Rome, Istanbul, Sweden, and Australia. Beatrice's academic explorations are grounded in critical pedagogy and anti-oppressive education.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaches and coordinates courses in Art Visual Culture, focusing on various aspects of art theory and practice.

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).