Dr. Linn Alenius Wallin

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Biography

Linn Alenius Wallin is a senior lecturer at Lund University in the School of Social Work, specialized in Sociology. Her research primarily focuses on relational practices and understands the overlapping areas of family, friendship, and society, emphasizing age, gender, and generational intersections. She has worked as a research assistant on various projects concerning home care services for the elderly, examining user-oriented perspectives to enhance care systems for older individuals. With an extensive background in ethnographic methods and qualitative research, Linn aims to generate new knowledge that improves care design and strengthens opportunities for meaningful engagement in daily life for older adults. Her doctoral thesis, which she expects to complete in October 2024, investigates intergenerational care dynamics within stepfamilies based on interviews with children and older adults. In addition to her research, Linn teaches undergraduate and master’s courses in sociology and behavioral science, primarily covering feminist sociological theory and qualitative methods.

Research Interests

Requirements for Lund University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
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
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, History, Economic History, Economic Development, or Area Studies At least 90 ECTS credits in the qualifying major
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or proof of expected graduation
  • Copy of Passport or ID
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV
Specialization Notes

Includes Master of Science in Politics and Society of the Contemporary Middle East and European Affairs.