Dr. Jacob Worsøe

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Biography

Jacob Kristian Worsøe is an External Lecturer at the University of Copenhagen, focused on studying environmental governance and rural development in the Global South. His research emphasizes the importance of political ecology and environmental history, particularly how historical legacies influence contemporary environmental development challenges. Worsøe explores themes related to climate change, conservation, and sustainability strategies, which impact rural livelihoods and resource conflicts in socio-environmental landscapes. His work is interdisciplinary, utilizing both archival research and ethnographic fieldwork. He has conducted extensive field research in countries such as Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Liberia, and is currently involved in projects addressing climate change adaptation in African mountain regions and the historical roots of land conflicts in northern Namibia. In addition to his research, Worsøe teaches courses focused on climate politics, natural resource governance, and economic development. Beyond his academic role, he has worked as an independent consultant specializing in environmental sustainability and rural development, specifically in agricultural value chains.

Research Interests

Courses

Climate Politics Natural Resource Governance Economic Development

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.