Dr. Josef Fahlén

Professor

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Biography

Josef Fahlén is a Professor in the Department of Education at Umeå University. He teaches undergraduate courses, supervises doctoral students, and conducts research in sport pedagogy and sport management. He earned his Docent title and has been a prominent figure in the field, publishing extensively in notable journals such as European Sport Management Quarterly and the International Review for the Sociology of Sport. His research qualifications include significant contributions exploring the professionalism and commercialization of Swedish ice hockey, leading to his appointment as Associate Professor in 2011. Fahlén is also a Visiting Professor in the Department of Sport and Social Sciences at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences. His ongoing research interests include sport integrity, governance in sports, and the effects of government support on elite sports in Sweden. He has been involved in multiple research projects aimed at examining the dynamics within sports organizations and their societal implications.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Works as a professor in the Department of Education, teaching and conducting research.

Visiting Professor

— Present

Norwegian School of Sport Sciences • Oslo, Norway

Engaged in academic collaboration and teaching.

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.