Dr. Kjell Lejon

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Biography

Kjell O. Lejon is a Professor at Linköping University, specializing in Church History. He obtained his PhD from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 1987 and his ThD from Lund University in 1988. His research interests are centered on the interplay between religion and politics in the United States, particularly the roles of civil religion and presidential religious rhetoric. He has an emphasis on Swedish Church History, exploring its medieval and modern periods. Over his career, Lejon has published approximately 30 volumes and articles, contributing to significant discussions regarding the influence of religion in the White House, including works like 'Från Truman till Trump'. He has lectured in 12 countries and has served as a visiting professor in the U.S. Lejon heads the Departments of History, Art History, and Religious Studies at Linköping University.

Research Interests

Requirements for Linköping University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.