Dr. Linda Sandberg

Associate Professor

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Biography

Linda Sandberg is an Associate Professor of Geography at Umeå University, focusing her research on the gendered aspects of fear and violence in urban environments. Her academic work examines the intersections of race and gender, particularly how these factors influence the planning of safe urban spaces. She has led significant research projects addressing the paradoxes in public planning regarding safety policies. Her qualifications include serving as a Docent, which reflects her expertise and contributions to her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Teaching and researching in the field of Geography, focusing on urban studies and gender issues.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.