Dr. Lars Niklasson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lars Niklasson is a Senior Associate Professor at Linköping University, where he teaches a master’s course in international political economy. His research focuses on global challenges, particularly the European Union's role as a leading actor in global policy concerning environmental issues, trade, and development aid. His recent work includes exploring interpretations of the Sustainable Development Goals (Agenda 2030), highlighting the interplay between sustainable development and conflicting policy priorities among global actors. Niklasson has authored significant publications, including 'Improving Sustainable Development Goals: Strategies Governance Challenge' and 'Globala utmaningar, perspektiv och lösningar', providing insights into the complexities of global political systems through the lens of political science, economics, and sociology. He also serves as a national expert for the OECD LEED Programme and has held academic positions in various prestigious institutions worldwide, including Vrije Universiteit in Belgium and Boston University in the USA.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Associate Professor

— Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Teaches master's course in international political economy and conducts research on global challenges.

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.