Dr. Jessica Rahm

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jessica Rahm is an Affiliated Researcher at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in Subject Matter Education. Her research focuses on the intricate details of teachers' subject-specific didactic competence. She has been involved in various projects related to situational subject teaching and communication in the history classroom, particularly regarding the use of linguistic resources and knowledge offerings for effective teaching strategies. Rahm's work emphasizes the importance of understanding how teachers convey specialized knowledge in subjects such as history, including events like the French Revolution. She is active in academic conferences, contributing to discussions on didactics and education methodologies, including her participation in the NoFa X conference on subject didactics. Rahm is committed to advancing the field of education through her research and scholarly pursuits.

Research Interests

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).