Dr. Fredrik Snellman

Associate Professor

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Biography

Fredrik Snellman is an Associate Professor in Social Work at Umeå University, Sweden. His research primarily focuses on ageism and social participation, particularly among older adults. He aims to raise awareness and spark interest among students regarding ageism, emphasizing its relevance in professional careers that involve working with older populations. Over his academic career, he has engaged in various research initiatives, including the GERDA research collaboration. Fredrik holds a licentiate degree in Social Policy from Åbo Akademi University, Finland, and completed his PhD in Social Work at Umeå University. He has held positions at the Swedish School of Social Science at the University of Helsinki and has contributed to European ageism research networks. His ongoing projects explore substance use disorder and its impact on older adults, aiming to enhance health outcomes and understand typologies and pathways related to their care.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Engage in teaching and research within the Department of Social Work, focusing on ageism and social participation.

Swedish representative

2014-01-01 — 2018-12-31

European Ageism Research Network S1402 •

Participated in multi-national and interdisciplinary research initiatives related to ageism.

Lecturer

2012-01-01 — 2013-12-31

Swedish School of Social Science, University of Helsinki • Helsinki, Finland

Taught courses related to social science.

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.