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Jacob Carlson is a Senior Lecturer specializing in French studies at the University of Gothenburg. He has a diverse academic background with studies in Practical Philosophy, Swedish, Comparative Literature, French, and Pedagogy. After completing his Master's degree, he pursued a PhD and successfully defended his doctoral thesis focusing on the poetics of the French author Michel Houellebecq in 2011. His teaching experience includes part-time lectures on various aspects of French language and literature, ranging from introductory to advanced levels. Currently, he coordinates courses in grammar, phonetics, and translation while supervising bachelor's dissertations. His research interests revolve around the thematic and metaphysical dimensions of Houellebecq’s novels, as well as the connection between students’ literary compositions and their success in French studies. He is actively involved in various academic publications and collaborative research projects, contributing to the discourse on literary theory and education.
University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden
Teaching French language and literature, coordinating courses, supervising student dissertations, and conducting research.
Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).