Dr. Karin Strid

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Karin Strid is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, focusing her research on early childhood social influences and developmental psychology. Her current research interests include the expectations of fairness among toddlers in relation to their siblings, peers, and caregivers, as well as the impact of digital education on adolescents. Strid has investigated various topics, including the understanding of false beliefs among deaf children and the prerequisites for attention and learning in young children. She has contributed to notable publications in psychology and education, highlighting the significance of communication in relation to cognitive development. Her work extends to examining the effects of brain injuries on adolescents' communication skills and how these individuals interact in social contexts, particularly in relation to autism. Strid's research is driven by the goal of understanding how early environments influence cognitive and social capabilities in children.

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).