Dr. Kim Wickman

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kim Wickman works as an Associate Professor at Umeå University, focusing on Special Education. Her research interests encompass identity constructions, power relations, sports, and issues related to ability, disability, and gender equality. She was appointed as an associate professor as part of Umeå University's initiative to enhance its research and teaching capabilities in Special Education. Over the past four years, her work has primarily concentrated on strengthening the university's position in these fields through both research and teaching. Wickman leads interdisciplinary research collaboration and contributes to various projects, including DISLIFE, which investigates life courses and opportunity structures for individuals with disabilities. In her doctoral thesis, she explored the complex interactions between gender, ability, and sports, particularly in the context of wheelchair racing. Wickman is actively engaged in pedagogical discussions and public outreach, exemplified by her participation in podcasts and academic conferences.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Part of Umeå University's effort to develop the area of Special Education.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.