Dr. Jesper Petersson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jesper Petersson is an Associate Professor in Sociology at the University of Gothenburg, holding a PhD in Science and Technology Studies. His research interests include Science and Technology Studies, Medical Sociology, Professions, and Digitalization. He is currently a principal investigator on a Forte-financed project focused on improving care management for Long Covid sufferers. He has previously led another project exploring the impact of online medical records on patient-doctor relationships. His work often collaborates with various authorities and stakeholders to address societal challenges through technology and research. Petersson has also served on Program Boards and coordinated interdisciplinary projects between universities. He teaches introductory courses in Sociology and is engaged in supervising undergraduate and graduate theses.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaching sociology courses and overseeing graduate student research.

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).