Dr. Göran Malmstedt

Professor

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Biography

Göran Malmstedt is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Gothenburg. He has specialized in cultural history, focusing on the early modern period. His research interests include political culture, history of emotions, popular attitudes, and witchcraft. His notable dissertation explores the transition from the medieval to the modern calendar in Sweden from 1500 to 1800. He has published extensively with monographs addressing religious mentality and articles discussing dreams and reality in relation to Swedish witch trials. Professor Malmstedt's work contributes significantly to the understanding of historical mentalities, particularly concerning beliefs and cultural expressions during the early modern period. He actively participates in scholarly conferences and has interests in how historical emotions and religious beliefs shaped societal dynamics in early modern Sweden.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).