Dr. Lauri Peterson

Instructor

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Biography

Lauri Peterson is a researcher at Uppsala University in the Department of Government. His research interests encompass climate politics, climate-related hazards, and sustainable development. He received his M.A. degree in International Relations and European Studies from Central European University in 2013, followed by a PhD in political science from Uppsala University. Prior to his doctoral studies in Sweden, he worked as a research assistant at the Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment, and Energy, focusing on the impact of climate finance in Uganda. His professional experience also includes internships at the Estonian Mission to the UN and the Praxis Center for Policy Studies.

Research Interests

Climate Politics Climate-Related Hazards Sustainable Development

Requirements for Uppsala 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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.