Dr. Hannu Ruonavaara

Professor

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Biography

Hannu Ruonavaara is a professor of sociology with a focus on housing social theory at the University of Turku, Finland, and a guest professor at the Institute of Housing and Urban Research in Uppsala. His research interests encompass residential segregation, neighbor relations, and changes in housing policy. He is particularly concerned with the conceptual, theoretical, and methodological aspects of housing studies. Ruonavaara serves as the editor of the journal Housing, Theory and Society, where he contributes to ongoing discussions and research related to the impact of sociological factors on housing trends.

Research Interests

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
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
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.