Dr. Maria Belfrage

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Biography

Maria Jervelycke Belfrage works as a lecturer in radio journalism at the University of Gothenburg's Department of Journalism, Media and Communication (JMG). She holds a Bachelor's degree in journalism and has experience as a high school teacher. Her academic background includes studies in TV production, linguistics, and social science university pedagogics. From 1995 to 2003, she worked as a reporter for Swedish Radio (SR) and has freelanced as a reporter for SR's program language and served as deputy editor for 'Ring P1.' Maria has also been active in journalism discussions focused on community development and is a board member of the National Press Club and Society of Investigative Journalists (FGJ). She coordinates radio education courses at JMG and has been involved in a faculty-wide network called SIP, which promotes using ICT as a pedagogical tool in teaching. Her research interests include the impact of news framing and the role of social media as news distributors. Maria has participated in various conferences and working groups related to these topics.

Research Interests

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).