Dr. Inger Benkel

Associate Professor

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Biography

Inger Benkel is a Reader at the University of Gothenburg specializing in palliative care and the support needs of patients and their families. Her research focuses on existential questions faced by patients with terminal illnesses and the professional perceptions of care practices in hospice settings. Benkel has authored multiple peer-reviewed articles in reputable journals such as the American Journal of Hospice & Palliative Medicine, emphasizing the importance of understanding grief and the communication of bad news in palliative contexts. Her work also addresses the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on palliative care and how specialized home care can adapt to meet these challenges. Inger's contributions to conferences, such as the European Association for Palliative Care, highlight contemporary issues in bereavement support and the inherent needs of caregivers. With a commitment to enhancing multidisciplinary collaboration in palliative care, she actively engages in developing ethical frameworks and care models that honor patient dignity and family involvement in treatment decisions.

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).