Dr. David Feltenius

Associate Professor

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Biography

David Feltenius is an Associate Professor at Umeå University, specializing in the fields of political science and public administration. His research interests predominantly focus on the politics of aging, local and regional government, and civil society organizations. He addresses topics such as marketization in local welfare, central-local government relationships, the role of negotiated agreements in Swedish healthcare, and public policy targeting older populations. He has actively contributed to various academic journals and has been involved in significant program management within the Faculty of Social Sciences at Umeå University. His teaching encompasses a wide range of political science disciplines including political theory, international relations, and policy analysis. Additionally, Feltenius has played a crucial role as an external expert in evaluations and has provided media commentary on local political administration.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Engaged in teaching and research in the field of political science, focusing on the politics of aging and local governance.

Courses

Political Theory International Politics Politics Administration Sweden EU EU, Power Democracy Methods Policy Analysis Administrative Procedures

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.