Dr. Martin Andersson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

J. Martin Andersson is a PhD candidate focusing on History Education, particularly the development of elementary school teachers in Sweden. His research examines the emergence of teachers' associations and journals from 1838 to 1880, focusing on collective action and identity among teachers. This work aims to understand the social, political, and religious contexts that influenced the professional community formation, particularly as it relates to the Sveriges allmänna folkskollärarförening (SAF) established in 1880, which played a crucial role in shaping the modern school system.

Research Interests

History Education Collective Agency Professional Community Formation Teachers' Associations

Experience

PhD candidate

2020-09-01 — 2025-02-01

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Conducting research on elementary school teachers' collective agency from 1846 to 1880.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.