Dr. David Ludvigsson

Professor

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Biography

David Ludvigsson is a Professor of Local History at Linköping University. His research focuses on local perspectives in educational sports history and historiography, exploring the significance of local history in the 21st century. He is the director of the Centre for Local History and has previously served as an associate professor and senior associate professor in history at the same institution. With a robust background in local history, he has engaged with various funding bodies including the Swedish Research Council and has contributed to numerous publications in the field. Ludvigsson has a strong commitment to enhancing local history education and outreach, working with both scholars and non-academic entities to support local heritage initiatives. He has been actively involved in teacher education, curriculum development, and has taught at multiple universities, including as a guest lecturer abroad. In addition to his academic roles, he is currently the president of Sweden’s History Teachers’ Association and serves in various editorial capacities for history-related journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Local History

2023-01-01 — Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Leading research and teaching in local history, overseeing the Centre for Local History.

Associate Professor

2011-06-01 — 2022-12-31

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Taught various history courses and supervised doctoral students.

Visiting Researcher

2019-01-01 — 2019-12-31

UNC Chapel Hill • Chapel Hill, USA

Conducted research on local history and educational practices.

Courses

History Teacher Education Film History History Didactics

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.