Dr. Linda Åhäll

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Linda Åhäll is a Senior Lecturer specializing in Peace Development and International Relations at the University of Gothenburg. She obtained her PhD from the University of Birmingham in 2011 and has a wealth of experience in academia, having previously served as a Lecturer at Keele University from 2012 to 2019, and as a post-doctoral researcher at Malmö University between 2014 and 2016. Åhäll's research interests lie at the intersection of feminist security studies, visual politics, and the politics of emotion. Her PhD project focused on the representations of women's agency in political violence, and she has made significant contributions to the field through various publications. These include her monograph, 'Sexing War/Policing Gender', and edited volumes exploring themes such as gender and political violence, as well as the emotional aspects of politics and war. Åhäll is particularly noted for incorporating insights from popular culture into her analysis, providing relatable examples that enhance the understanding of complex political phenomena. Her academic work is characterized by a commitment to feminist perspectives and methodologies in international relations.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Specializes in Peace Development and International Relations.

Lecturer

2012-01-01 — 2019-01-01

Keele University • Keele, UK

Lectured on International Relations.

Post-Doctoral Researcher

2014-01-01 — 2016-01-01

Malmö University • Malmö, Sweden

Conducted research focusing on feminist security studies.

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).