Dr. Joakim Kulin

Associate Professor

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Biography

Joakim Kulin is an Associate Professor in Sociology at Umeå University. His current research primarily focuses on public beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors related to the environment and climate change. He is actively involved in understanding the impact of political trust on environmental policies and the public's engagement with climate-related issues. His work addresses various aspects of political sociology, particularly how rising nationalism influences environmental engagement. Among his notable research projects, he has explored the decoupling theme and its implications for environmental awareness and policy acceptance. Kulin has made significant contributions to the field, authored various publications, and has been involved with multiple research groups, focusing on climate and environmental sociology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Teaching and conducting research in sociology, focusing on environmental and political issues.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.