Dr. Johan Brosché

Associate Professor

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Biography

Johan Brosché is an Associate Professor in the Department of Peace and Conflict Research at Uppsala University. He has a formidable focus on civil war, peace, and political violence, particularly in Africa. His research includes four main projects: 'Causes of Peace – Botswana, Malawi, Zambia “Zone of Peace”', 'Fighting Conflict Issues Resolution Civil War', 'Crossing Rubicon? Dynamics of Restraint in Civil War', and 'Conflicts, Connections, Complexities: Multi-layered Understanding Civil War'. Through rigorous field research in Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Sudan, South Sudan, and Zambia, Brosché seeks to deepen the understanding of civil wars and the conditions that lead to resilience in societies. He has co-authored books published by Routledge and his work has appeared in leading journals including the Journal of Conflict Resolution and Security Studies. In addition to his academic responsibilities, Brosché has served as a consultant for the United Nations and has referenced his work across various media, demonstrating a commitment to disseminating knowledge in both academic and public forums.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Engaged in teaching and research with a focus on peace and conflict studies.

Consultant

— Present

United Nations Mediation Support Unit •

Involved in an academic task force supporting the UN's role in mediation efforts.

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
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
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.