Dr. Britt Inger Keisu

Associate Professor

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Biography

Britt-Inger Keisu is an Associate Professor in Sociology at Umeå University, focusing on organizational sociology with particular attention to gender, feminism, ethnicity/race, and indigenous research. Her work explores the dynamics of work-life issues and the prerequisites for equality in working conditions and environments. Keisu is currently leading a research project titled 'Working Reindeer Herder', which investigates the relationships between gender, race, and place in the context of forest Sami reindeer husbandry in northernmost Sweden. This project aims to analyze the lived experiences of Sami reindeer herders regarding their working conditions against a backdrop of historical abuse and political influence. She utilizes qualitative and quantitative methods and emphasizes collaborative approaches in her research. Keisu is also involved in international research networks focused on arctic minority groups and serves on panels for granting bodies in Sweden.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor (on leave)

2017-09-01 — 2020-09-01

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Worked as an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.