Dr. Lena Rydholm

Professor

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Biography

Lena Rydholm is a Professor of Chinese at Uppsala University, having held this position since 2012. She previously served as an Associate Professor in Sinology at Stockholm University from 2010. Rydholm obtained her Ph.D. in Sinology in 1998 from Stockholm University and also completed a Bachelor’s degree in East Asian Studies with a major in Chinese in 1989, also at Stockholm University. Her research interests include Chinese literature, literary theories, both ancient and modern contexts, and modern Chinese media, particularly issues surrounding freedom of the press. Rydholm has made significant contributions in these areas, focusing on the global context of Chinese literature and its interpretations in contemporary discussions.

Research Interests

Chinese Literature Literary Theories Ancient Modern Global Context Modern Chinese Media Freedom of the Press

Experience

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Professor of Chinese

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.