Dr. Karin Thorslund

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Karin Thorslund is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg specializing in social work. Her research primarily focuses on parental support, especially for parents of adolescents. Thorslund's significant contributions to the field include studies on universal parental support and its implications for various demographic groups. She co-authored several impactful publications such as 'Universal parental support parents adolescents: wants municipality-based parental support form?' and has investigated aspects of parental support systems through random samples in Sweden. Her work aims to enhance understanding and implementation of effective support structures for families, particularly during critical developmental stages for children. Through her teaching and research, Thorslund emphasizes the importance of community-based resources and responses to parental needs in contemporary society.

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).