Dr. Lennart Svensson

Professor

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Biography

Lennart Svensson is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in sociology, particularly in the realms of work, education, youth, and the professional landscape in Sweden. After completing his PhD dissertation on sociology in 1978, he ascended to the rank of professor in 2002 and was appointed as a Professor II at the University College Oslo in 2005. Over the years, he has focused extensively on the sociology of professions and occupations, conducting research projects in collaboration with institutions such as Lund University and Linnaeus University. His academic contributions include exploring themes around professionalism, trust, and the dynamics of professional identity within the contemporary Swedish context. He is an active member of both Swedish and European sociological associations, engaging in various research groups dedicated to the study of professions.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

2009-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Promoted to Professor Emeritus in Sociology.

Professor II

2005-01-01 — Present

University College Oslo • Oslo, Norway

Appointed as Professor II after serving as a full professor at the University of Gothenburg.

Professor

2002-01-01 — 2009-01-01

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Full professorship in Sociology.

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).