Dr. Kassahun Weldemariam

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kassahun Weldemariam is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Pedagogical, Curricular and Professional Studies at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden. He holds a PhD in Educational Practice from the University of Gothenburg with a focus on early years education. His academic background includes a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education and Care from Oslo Metropolitan University in Norway and an MA in Teaching English as a Foreign Language from Addis Ababa University in Ethiopia. Kassahun's main research interests fall under the umbrella of Education for Sustainable Development, encompassing topics from preschool to higher education. He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters addressing sustainability, early literacy, and curriculum development among other themes. His doctoral dissertation examined the intersection of educational practices and environmental sustainability in early childhood education, exploring innovative approaches to address global environmental challenges.

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).