Dr. Charlotta Olvegård

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Charlotta Olvegård is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg. Her research focuses on genre awareness and literacy in educational settings, particularly in relation to writing practices and pedagogical strategies within the context of Swedish comprehensive schools. Olvegård has explored genre pedagogy, subject specific literacy, and the development of reading strategies for second language learners. She has been involved in several educational conferences and research projects, contributing to a better understanding of how students engage with texts across different subject areas. In her work, she emphasizes the importance of contextualized learning and the role of multilingualism in education. Olvegård's dedication to improving literacy instruction is evident in her collaboration with national authorities to develop educational resources and instructional materials.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaching and researching in the field of education focusing on literacy and genre pedagogy.

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).