Dr. Irina Balog

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Irina Balog is a Postdoctoral researcher at the University of Gothenburg specializing in the fields of Consumption, Markets, and Culture, with a focused interest in the intersections of advertising and gender studies. Her research examines themes such as sexist advertising and female agency in contemporary marketing practices. Balog’s scholarly work critically analyzes how advertising perpetuates gender norms while exploring the complexities of female sexual agency as portrayed in media representations. She has contributed to the academic discourse through various publications, including works on the implications of female representation in advertising and the societal impact of these portrayals. In her current role, Balog continues to engage in groundbreaking research aimed at understanding consumer behavior and the influence of advertising on gender perceptions.

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).