Dr. Kerstin Jacobsson

Professor

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Biography

Kerstin Jacobsson obtained her PhD in Sociology in 1997 from Uppsala University and became an Associate Professor in 2002. In 2013, she was appointed as a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Work Science at the University of Gothenburg. Throughout her career, Jacobsson has employed a variety of research orientations including political sociology, organizational sociology, labor market social policies, and social movements. She has led numerous international research projects concerning social mobilization in Central and Eastern Europe and is currently researching urban gardening practices. Her teaching covers areas such as civil society, political sociology, and sociological theory. Jacobsson is involved in the supervision of student essays and doctoral theses, and regularly gives public lectures. Her recent projects include working conditions for youth care staff, housing and social mobilizations, and the study of audit cultures in welfare bureaucracies. She engages actively with government authorities and educational associations, sharing insights on social theory, governance, and public policy.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Göteborg, Sweden

Leading research in Sociology focusing on political sociology and social policy.

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).