Dr. Inga Tidefors

Professor

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Biography

Inga Tidefors is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Gothenburg, having received her PhD in Psychology in 2002 and becoming an Associate Professor in 2010. She has worked extensively as a clinical psychologist in the correctional system, focusing on convicted sexual offenders. Tidefors has also been a supervisor for prosecutors at the Swedish Prosecution Authority in Gothenburg, particularly in investigations concerning child sexual abuse. Her main research interests lie in the psychological aspects of child sexual abuse, examining the consequences for both adult and adolescent victims. She coordinates a research group in Clinical Psychology and is involved in several research projects, including studies funded by the Vårdal Foundation and the Swedish Research Council, which focus on the role of gender in pastoral care for victims of sexual abuse. Tidefors has published numerous articles in various journals discussing the psychological impacts of sexual offenses and has contributed to books on related topics.

Research Interests

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).