Dr. Christoph Röcklinsberg

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christoph Röcklinsberg is an Associate Professor at Linköping University. His research focuses on the complex interplay between language and culture, especially in the context of intercultural communication. He investigates how cultural influences shape interaction across different professional fields, including engineering, economics, and law. His PhD dissertation explored interactions between colleagues from Sweden and Germany, utilizing video recordings to analyze communication practices and cultural patterns. Röcklinsberg employs an interdisciplinary approach, integrating theories from cross-cultural communication and linguistic conversation analysis. He is particularly interested in semiotic concepts that detail culturally specific styles of interaction. His teaching responsibilities cover international programs at the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, as well as courses on intercultural business communication and culture marketing.

Research Interests

Requirements for Linköping University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.