Dr. Gunnar Malmberg

Professor

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Biography

Gunnar Malmberg is a Professor at Umeå University, specializing in cultural geography, migration, and the aging population. His research focuses on demographic changes at national and regional levels, particularly examining the geography of family and caregiving for the elderly. He leads three research projects addressing population aging, including investigations into geographic proximity to family and caregiving support for older individuals. His recent projects include a study on cognitive consequences of social vulnerability and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on daily activities among older Europeans. Malmberg has published numerous articles and has been involved in significant interdisciplinary research aimed at enhancing understanding of societal issues related to aging and population dynamics.

Research Interests

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.