Dr. Lisa Hultman

Professor

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Biography

Lisa Hultman is a professor of Peace and Conflict Research at Uppsala University. She received her PhD in Peace and Conflict Research from the same institution in 2008 and became a docent in 2013, and a professor in 2021. Hultman's research primarily focuses on the dynamics of civil wars, particularly the issue of violence against civilians and the impact of international interventions. She has been instrumental in leading the project 'Politics of Protection,' supported by a grant from the Swedish Research Council. Hultman has taught a master-level course on international intervention and the protection of civilians and has held various editorial roles for prestigious academic journals. Her publications include the award-winning book 'Peacekeeping in the Midst of War,' which addresses the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations. Hultman has actively participated in panels and councils related to political science and peace studies, including serving as chair for the Swedish Research Council's review panel.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Conducting research and teaching in Peace and Conflict Research, with a focus on civil wars and international intervention.

Research Fellow

2009-01-01 — 2010-12-31

Swedish Institute of International Affairs • Stockholm, Sweden

Engaged in research on international relations and peace studies.

Senior Researcher

2008-01-01 — 2008-12-31

Swedish National Defence College • Stockholm, Sweden

Focused on issues related to national defense and security.

Awards

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APSA Conflict Processes Book Award

2020-01-01

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
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
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.