Dr. Christian Strömqvist

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christian Strömqvist is a Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg within the Academy of Design and Crafts. His academic background includes a Master's degree in Child Culture Design obtained in 2011. Strömqvist's work focuses on issues related to play, child perspective, and participation, with an aim to create meaningful interactions in collaborative processes. He has a strong interest in practical distance learning through digital platforms and has been involved in numerous practical distance learning courses while also developing new ones. Strömqvist is the co-founder of Play Borders, an independent alumni organization that investigates play and creates play opportunities in a global context, including projects in Kenya, Uganda, and Turkey. His recent collaborations, such as with Sweden's astronaut Christer Fuglesang for the Orbit Spacebar Icehotel, reveal his exploration of snow and ice as immersive mediums in design. Additionally, he has participated in notable projects such as annual winter playground designs in Kiruna and contributions to various public art projects across Sweden.

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).