Dr. Joakim Berndtsson

Professor

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Biography

Joakim Berndtsson is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg, primarily working in the School of Global Studies. He completed his PhD in 2009, focusing on International Relations and Political Science, with a Master's degree in English Literature. His research interests encompass Total Defence, the privatisation of war and security, state formation, civil-military relations, transformations in warfare, UN peacekeeping missions, and Swedish defence policies. He has led several projects funded by the Swedish Research Council, including studies on total defence in Scandinavia and civilian-military collaboration. His work has delved into current themes in military operations and public opinion regarding Swedish Armed Forces. Berndtsson's scholarly contributions include numerous publications examining the interdisciplinary landscape of security, military psychology, and the evolving nature of public sentiment towards military and defence sectors in Sweden.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Serving as a faculty member in the School of Global Studies focused on research in international relations, military studies, and public security.

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).