Dr. Karolina Westling

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Karolina Westling is a Senior Lecturer in the Aesthetics Unit at the University of Gothenburg. Her research primarily focuses on the interplay between visual culture and children's media, exploring how these elements act as cultural tools in educational contexts. She has contributed significantly to the academic discourse surrounding children's rights, media literacy, and the pedagogical potential of moving images. Westling has authored and edited numerous publications, including works that investigate the representation of childhood in film and the impact of media on children's development. Her involvement in various projects, including studies on Scandinavian children's cinema and interdisciplinary approaches to media education, underscores her commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of cultural studies and child development.

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).