Dr. Markus Nivala

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Markus Nivala is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg specializing in health promotion and institutional professional development. His research focuses on the dynamics of teaching and learning within the health promotion context. Nivala's work includes perspectives on professional development for students and instructors, integrating interprofessional education and simulation methodologies. He has contributed significantly to the discourse on school-based health promotion, examining the social functions of policy discourses in Sweden. His efforts to enhance professional identity in health education have been showcased at international conferences, including the ACM Conference on Learning @ Scale. Nivala explores the intersection of knowledge sharing and user-driven content moderation, addressing challenges within large-scale question-and-answer platforms. He has also delved into programming expertise and informal learning, investigating the implications for global professional development initiatives. His publications reflect a strong commitment to advancing the field through empirical studies and critical analyses.

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).