Dr. David Jansson

Professor

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Biography

David Jansson is a Professor of Human Geography at Uppsala University, where he also serves as the director of doctoral studies. He has a diverse academic background, having received his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Cornell University in 1989 and his PhD in Human Geography from Pennsylvania State University in 2005. His research primarily focuses on geographic identities and the spatial discursive processes that produce them. Jansson has explored the relationship between Southern identity and American national identity, examining how different groups express and negotiate their identities. He also conducted in-depth interviews and analysis on the concept of internal orientalism in the context of Southern identity. Since moving to Uppsala in 2007, he has continued his research and contributed to various projects, including a study of migration in the Åland Islands. His recent interests include investigating the relationship between automobility and social identity within Swedish perspectives. He has produced significant publications in his field, including work related to sports geography and place branding. Jansson actively supervises PhD students, guiding the next generation of researchers in human geography.

Research Interests

Requirements for Uppsala 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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.