Dr. Karin Berg

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Karin Berg is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, focusing on social work and the implications of physical violence in care settings for older individuals and people with intellectual disabilities. Her research interests include mandatory reporting in social services, social care practices, and the nuances of handling incidents related to mistreatment and abuse in these contexts. She is actively involved in conferences and publications that explore the intersection of social justice and emancipation in social work practice. Karin's recent work also examines the role of designated officials in managing incidents and reporting within Sweden's social care system. Her commitment to addressing issues within social welfare has led to her participation in various conferences, including the 6th International Conference on Practice Research in Social Work and a nation-wide paper conference focused on social work education and policy.

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).