Dr. Håkan Thörn

Professor

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Biography

Håkan Thörn is a Professor in Sociology at the University of Gothenburg, where he coordinates the Forum for Research on Civil Society and Social Movements. His research focuses on globalization, social movements, and the transformation of the Swedish welfare state. He has published numerous books, including 'Post-Apocalyptic Environmentalism: Green Movement Catastrophe' and 'Anti-Apartheid Emergence in Global Civil Society.' Thörn's work explores themes of social change, political sociology, and historical sociology, and he supervises doctoral students in these areas. He has been actively engaged in academic communities, contributing to multiple networks related to social movements and academic freedom. His publications include peer-reviewed articles that discuss gentrification, environmental politics, and cultural sociology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Göteborg, Sweden

Full Professor in Sociology, involved in various research initiatives and teaching at graduate levels.

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).