Dr. Björn Öckert

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Björn Öckert is an Adjunct Professor affiliated with Uppsala University and has extensive research experience in various academic and policy-related areas. His work primarily focuses on labor market dynamics and education policy, addressing challenges and evaluating institutional responses to educational needs within labor markets. With a strong emphasis on empirical research, Öckert contributes significantly to understanding the intersection of education and employment outcomes, advocating for informed policy decisions based on rigorous analysis. His academic pursuits are supported by his association with the Institute for Evaluation of Labor Market and Education Policy (IFAU). Öckert's dedication to enhancing educational frameworks through research not only informs academic discourse but also shapes effective policy implementation, aiming to foster both educational attainment and labor market success.

Research Interests

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.