Dr. Janne Lindqvist

Associate Professor

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Biography

Janne Lindqvist is an Associate Professor in the Department of Literature and Rhetoric at Uppsala University, specializing in Rhetoric with a PhD in Literature. He has contributed to the field as a national editor of Rhetorica Scandinavica and has extensive experience teaching Rhetoric in various universities across Sweden. His research interests are primarily focused on classical rhetorical theory, particularly concerning the sophistical arts and argumentation, as well as Aristotle's Rhetoric. He has published works including 'Klassisk retorik för vår tid', which serves as a primary textbook for Rhetoric courses in Scandinavian universities. His current research projects examine the topics of emotions in art, the development of key concepts in ancient rhetoric, and their applications in contemporary contexts. Lindqvist has held various academic positions, including Senior Lecturer at Uppsala University since 2010, and has been a guest lecturer at several institutions.

Research Interests

Classical Rhetorical Theory Argumentation Sophistical Arts Aristotle's Rhetoric Contemporary Rhetorical Theory

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2010-01-01 — Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Teaching and researching in the field of Rhetoric.

Guest Lecturer

2011-01-01 — Present

Mälardalen University • Sweden

Teaching Rhetoric in the Information Design Bachelor's Program.

Guest Lecturer

2008-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Stockholm University • Sweden

Teaching Rhetoric in the Department of Advertising and PR.

Lecturer

2005-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Högskolan Gävle • Gävle, Sweden

Teaching in the field of Literature.

Requirements for Uppsala 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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.