Dr. Carina Persson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Carina Persson is an Associate Professor at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in rehabilitation medicine. Her research focuses on health-related quality of life, physical activity, and rehabilitation outcomes in patients with cardiovascular conditions, particularly following stroke and intensive care unit admissions. She has published extensively, with notable contributions to studies on the prevalence of anxiety and depression among stroke survivors, and the long-term health impacts of stroke. Persson's work also includes investigations into the risk factors for falls among stroke patients and the associated rehabilitation strategies needed to improve recovery outcomes. With a commitment to enhancing patient care through evidence-based practices, she collaborates on interdisciplinary research projects and continues to contribute to the academic community through various publications and presentations at international conferences.

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).