Dr. Catharina Andersson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Catharina Andersson is an Associate Professor specializing in the history of medieval Scandinavia. Her research focuses on Cistercian monasteries in Sweden and explores themes such as recruitment and foundation from 1143 to 1420, as well as gift societies in the fourteenth century. Andersson has published extensively, including articles in notable academic journals and book chapters that delve into disputing strategies within medieval contexts. Currently, she is engaged in a research project titled 'Disability Past Life Histories: Archival Facts Literary Fiction 19th-century Sweden,' which examines historical narratives and their literary implications. In addition to her research, she serves as a student counsellor at her university, providing guidance and support to students in the humanities.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå

Teaching and researching in the field of history, with a focus on medieval Scandinavia.

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.