Dr. Hassan Sharif

Associate Professor

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Biography

Hassan Sharif is an Associate Professor in the field of Child and Youth Studies at Uppsala University. His research focuses on School Social Work, especially in preventive social work and early intervention strategies for pupils in primary and lower secondary schools. He is involved in Forte funded projects that aim to develop knowledge and methods in collaboration with social services, educational institutions, and community stakeholders. One prominent project led by Sharif investigates the early identification of children and young people at risk of harm, highlighting the role of social workers and schools in prevention and intervention efforts. Additionally, he is engaged in research that examines everyday experiences of racism in superdiverse Swedish schools, aiming to better understand and combat racial inequalities through ethnographic research and policy analysis. His work strives to provide educators and policymakers with valuable insights and tools to tackle issues of racism and discrimination within the educational system.

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.