Dr. Lina Eriksson

Professor

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Biography

Lina Eriksson is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Gothenburg. She obtained her PhD in 2005 and has held various positions, including a postdoctoral position at the Australian National University. In 2010, she became a Lecturer and later a Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at Flinders University. Since returning to the University of Gothenburg in 2017, she has undertaken leadership roles, including Director of Studies overseeing doctoral and undergraduate programs. Her research primarily focuses on positive political theory, particularly on how social norms - the often-unspoken rules that govern behavior - impact individuals' lives, as well as rational choice theory. Additionally, she addresses normative political theory with an emphasis on justice, especially in the context of climate change. In her teaching, she covers political theory across all academic levels and also offers courses in teacher education specializing in social sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Professor in the Department of Political Science focusing on research and teaching in political theory.

Senior Lecturer

2010-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Flinders University • Adelaide, Australia

Held responsibilities in Philosophy and contributed to academic leadership.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2005-01-01 — 2006-01-01

Australian National University • Canberra, Australia

Undertook research in political science.

Courses

Political Theory History of Political Ideas for Social Science Teachers

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).