Dr. Marian Petersen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Marian Petersen is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern Denmark, specializing in the field of sleep medicine and its intersection with surgical nursing. With a background in clinical sexology and extensive experience in interdisciplinary cooperation, her research focuses on the acute patient's relationship with sleep, rest, and well-being. Her work emphasizes the critical role of sleep in recovering patients and the potential impacts of hospital stays on sleep patterns, especially concerning insomnia. Petersen aims to develop supportive nursing routines that prioritize patient's rest and sleep while providing guidance to future patients based on their experiences pre-and post-surgery. She completed her Doctorate at Lund University with a dissertation on the impacts of nocturnal CPAP treatment on sexual relationships among patients with obstructive sleep apnea. Her academic contributions include numerous publications in high-impact journals and active participation in various national and international conferences relating to sleep disorders and patient treatment.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Teaching and researching in the field of sleep medicine and nursing.

Clinical Nurse

2001-01-01 — 2009-01-01

Zealand University Hospital • Køge, Denmark

Worked in the Neuroanesthesia clinic, focusing on acute patient care.

Requirements for University of Southern Denmark

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:88
PTE
Overall
Required:58
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or Humanities Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects of the chosen field
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Transcripts of records
  • Course descriptions for prerequisite verification
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized for English-taught Master's programs across Science, Engineering, and Social Science departments. Some programs may require a higher GPA for restricted admission.