Dr. Line Bygballe

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Line Steen Bygballe is a PhD student specializing in ethnology at the University of Copenhagen, focusing on applied cultural analysis. Her doctoral research is part of the socio-technical development project EMOVE, which aims to facilitate better matching of volunteers to organizations that work with vulnerable citizen groups, especially in light of crises such as the European refugee crisis in 2015 and the ongoing war in Ukraine. Bygballe utilizes ethnographic methods to investigate how various technologies can enable greater participation in voluntary activities and ensure the human aspects are considered in system development. She has also engaged in several research projects related to volunteerism, social movements, and civil society, collaborating with NGOs focused on vulnerable populations. Her work as a research assistant at the Saxo Institute and Center for Health Research Humanities involved projects analyzing mental health among seniors, as well as conducting qualitative research for various clients in the public and private sectors. Her background reflects a commitment to applying research in real-world contexts, particularly for marginalized communities, indicating her expertise in the intersection of culture, technology, and societal issues.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Assistant

2020-01-01 — 2021-12-31

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Worked on various ethnographic research projects related to volunteering among seniors and mental health.

Qualitative Consultant Manager

2018-01-01 — 2019-12-31

MEGAFON • Copenhagen, Denmark

Managed qualitative research projects for public and private sector clients.

Project Officer

2017-01-01 — 2018-12-31

Copenhagen Municipality • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted ethnographic research into public perceptions and project management.

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.