Dr. Kerstin Westergren

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kerstin Westergren is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in applied macroeconomics and microeconomics. She focuses on monetary economics, particularly how households' expectations influence their decision-making processes. Her research also delves into labor economics and the implications of inequality within economic systems. She earned her Ph.D. from Uppsala University in 2021, demonstrating a strong academic foundation in her field of expertise. Kerstin is committed to advancing understanding in her areas of interest and contributes to the academic community through teaching and research.

Research Interests

Applied Macroeconomics Microeconomics Monetary Economics Households' Expectations Decision-Making Labor Economics Inequality

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).