Dr. Joakim Öhlen

Professor

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Biography

Joakim Öhlen is a Professor of Nursing at the University of Gothenburg and the Director of the Center for Person-Centered Care (GPCC). His research primarily focuses on palliative care and person-centered care. He leads a research program aimed at enhancing the implementation of palliative care methodologies, which contribute to improved health outcomes and equitable care for individuals receiving end-of-life care at home. With a wealth of experience in nursing education, he has supervised doctoral students, facilitated courses at various academic levels, and served on the Postgraduate Education Committee at Ersta Sköndal Bräcke University. Joakim is an active member of editorial boards for journals such as Nursing Inquiry and Qualitative Health Research, and he chairs the organization committee for the 24th International Philosophy Nursing Society Conference. His extensive contributions to nursing education earned him the title of Excellent Teacher at the University of Gothenburg. Joakim has received significant funding from the Swedish Research Council and collaborates closely with national and international research initiatives in palliative care education and practice.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Leading research and education in nursing and palliative care.

Director

2015-01-01 — Present

Center for Person-Centered Care (GPCC) • Gothenburg, Sweden

Overseeing research initiatives focused on person-centered palliative care.

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).