Dr. Jan Marcusson

Professor

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Biography

Jan Marcusson is Emeritus Professor at Linköping University, focusing on research that seeks to improve healthcare methods for elderly individuals. His primary research line employs medical statistical tools for the diagnosis and prediction of conditions affecting the frail elderly, with an emphasis on developing and evaluating new clinical management models tailored for older persons in hospital settings. He is also involved in creating a new research environment in clinical aging research. Additionally, his secondary research line examines cognitive function in the oldest old, aiming to identify cognitive defects in both primary and specialist care settings. Throughout his career, Jan has contributed significantly to the understanding of cognitive aging and the management of health issues in geriatric populations.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Responsible for directing research lines and contributing to the field of geriatric care.

Senior Physician

— Present

Geriatric Clinic, Region Östergötland • Sweden

Oversaw medical care for elderly patients and conducted independent research.

Lecturer

— Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Educated students in geriatrics and supervised research projects.

Assistant Senior Physician

— Present

Geriatric Clinic, Region Östergötland • Sweden

Supported senior medical staff in clinical care and research.

Requirements for Linköping University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.