Dr. Jonas Burén

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jonas Burén is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, holding a Ph.D. in Psychology. His research focuses on developmental psychology, particularly concerning adolescents and their sexual development, digital media usage, and personality development. His dissertation explored the phenomenon of sexting among adolescents and its relationship with social determinants. Currently, he is a postdoctoral researcher at Karolinska Institutet, focusing on addiction and digital media use among adolescents and adults. His teaching involves developmental and personality psychology with a specific emphasis on puberty, body image, and sexuality. Burén's work also includes researching the psychological impacts of digital media use and the social norms surrounding adolescent behaviors.

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).