Dr. Em Andersson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Em Andersson is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Social Work at Lund University, holding a PhD in Sociology. His research interests include Welfare Studies and Organization Studies, with a particular focus on social policy discourses, family practices, and social problems. He has conducted significant research on transnational adoption discourses within Swedish social policy, leading to various publications stemming from his dissertation. Additionally, Andersson explores processes of inclusion and exclusion in organizational cultures, collaborating on projects aimed at enhancing equal opportunities and diversity in the workplace. His work is informed by poststructuralist and postcolonial feminist perspectives, contributing to a deeper understanding of social vulnerabilities and inequality. He is involved in active projects that focus on multilingualism in social work and the implications for client interactions and professional dilemmas. Through his teaching and research, he aims to contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2015-01-01 — Present

Lund University • Lund, Sweden

Teaching and conducting research in Social Work and Sociology.

Requirements for Lund University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
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
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, History, Economic History, Economic Development, or Area Studies At least 90 ECTS credits in the qualifying major
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or proof of expected graduation
  • Copy of Passport or ID
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV
Specialization Notes

Includes Master of Science in Politics and Society of the Contemporary Middle East and European Affairs.