Dr. Marcus Warnby

Professor

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Biography

Marcus Warnby holds a PhD in Language Education and serves as a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Head at the Department of Education and Special Education (IPS) at the University of Gothenburg. His research interests are focused on pedagogy, exploring the relationship between structure and agency in language learning, including academic literacy, multilingualism, and English language proficiency. He has specific interests in predictors of second language reading, vocabulary development, and the impact of assessments on progression and equity among students. Warnby employs a mix of quantitative and qualitative methodologies in his work. After starting his career as a teacher in upper-secondary education in 1999, he transitioned into teacher education. He has since focused on education policy and pedagogical methods, aiming to support student agency and health in educational settings. In 2023, he resumed full-time responsibilities at IPS, which include teaching courses in teacher education and conducting research on multilingualism and assessment validation. He is also involved in various collaborations aimed at improving teaching and learning frameworks in primary and secondary education.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2006-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Lecturing and conducting research in Language Education with a focus on pedagogy and multilingual education.

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).