Dr. Mats Wahlberg

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mats Wahlberg is an Associate Professor specializing in Systematic Theology at Umeå University, Sweden. His research primarily focuses on philosophical and fundamental theology, with a particular interest in classical dogmatics. Wahlberg has published two monographs, 'Reshaping Natural Theology: Seeing Nature Creation' and 'Revelation Testimony: Philosophical-Theological Study', alongside articles in notable journals such as Modern Theology and the International Journal of Philosophy and Religion. His research interests include arguments for the existence of God, the problem of evil, the doctrine of revelation, and the intersection of theology and science, especially concerning the implications of evolution. Notably, his work on the problem of evil in relation to evolution has been supported by the John Templeton Foundation. He is also recognized as a member of the Academy of Catholic Theology and has been involved in various research projects exploring the concept of self-giving love in an evolutionary context.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Teaching and researching in Systematic Theology.

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.