Dr. Linda Åhlström

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Linda Åhlström has extensive expertise in teaching and research, particularly in field nursing science. She is a Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Care Sciences at Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, where she teaches various nursing programs and supervises students at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels. Her teaching focuses on learning, leadership, organization, and quality improvement. Linda is also the Chief Nurse at Sahlgrenska University Hospital, where she develops nursing care focusing on hygiene issues and patient safety. Her research centers on patient safety related to work environment and leadership in clinical practice. She has led projects examining the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare staff, as well as initiatives to minimize healthcare-associated infections. Linda's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Medicine from Sahlgrenska Academy, along with a Master's in Advanced Clinical Nursing from La Trobe University in Australia. She is actively involved in networks focusing on student-centered learning and has participated in research aimed at improving road safety during her time in Australia.

Research Interests

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).