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Professor Dr. Josephine Selander

Associate Professor

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Biography

Josephine Selander is an Associate Professor at Uppsala University with a focus on the intersection of history and psychology. Her research investigates the production of scientific knowledge across geographical, discursive, and disciplinary boundaries. She has a particular interest in History of Psychology, History of Emotions, and Cultural History, with a focus on how media and public perceptions shape historical narratives. Josephine completed her PhD at ETH Zurich and has previously held a postdoctoral position at the University of Lausanne/CHUV. Her research contributes to a broader understanding of global history and the role emotions play in shaping human experience.

Research Interests

History of Psychology History of Emotions Cultural History Global History

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.