Dr. Christina Löfving

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christina Löfving is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg specializing in Applied Education with a focus on digital competence in primary and secondary schools. Her PhD thesis explored how policies can support educators in cultivating students' digital skills. She has substantial experience as a teacher and school leader. As a member of the international research team on Reconfigurations Educational In/Equality Digital World (RED), she collaborates with scholars across Africa, Europe, and Latin America. Löfving is also involved in projects funded by the European Commission to develop educational strategies that address digital competence, emphasizing the role of school librarians in the 21st century education. Her research interests also include curriculum studies, digitalization in schools, and pedagogical methods. Through various workshops and conferences, she actively contributes to the discourse surrounding digital competencies and teaching practices in contemporary educational environments.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaching and researching on digital competence and educational practices.

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).