Dr. Hanna Hjärtström

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hanna Hjärtström is a PhD student at Umeå University, focusing on the neurological aspects of developmental psychology. Her research primarily concerns motor planning in children and adolescents with autism spectrum conditions. She is involved in group research that examines brain, gene, and environment interactions throughout development. One of her key projects investigates predictive action impairments related to autism and the underlying brain mechanisms, aiming to illuminate the intersections between cognitive development and neurological functioning.

Research Interests

Experience

Doctoral Student

2021-07-01 — 2026-07-01

Umeå University • Umeå

Working in the Department of Psychology focusing on the neurological aspects of developmental psychology.

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.