Dr. Cecilia Lagerström

Professor

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Biography

Cecilia Lagerström is a professor at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in performance practices within the Academy of Music and Drama. She received her PhD in 2003, focusing on laboratory theatre and performance studies. Since 1993, she has been actively involved in directing performance works in various theatre venues, emphasizing artistic research in the development of theatre in Sweden. Her research mainly explores movement-based practices, performance art, and site-critical activities. Notably, Cecilia directed the project GångART (2013-2016), which engaged urban spaces through techniques of walking and performance art. She has contributed to significant collaborations and presentations in diverse artistic contexts. Her publications include the book 'The Art of Walking: Exercises in Attentive Walking,' published in 2019. Cecilia is also known for her engagement in various projects addressing socially engaged issues and complex dramaturgy in cross-disciplinary theater.

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).