Dr. Mattias Gunnarsson

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Biography

Mattias Gunnarsson is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg in the Department of Psychology. He holds a Licentiate degree in psychology and has been active in teaching and research since 2008. His courses focus on personality psychology, organizational industrial psychology, and addiction. His research interests center around psychological risk factors associated with adolescent substance use, examining the mechanisms that lead young individuals to experiment with drugs and develop dependence. Gunnarsson's current research aims to complete his thesis, which explores the psychological aspects influencing substance use among adolescents. He has contributed to several significant publications, highlighting the associations between personality traits and substance use in adolescents, and has been involved in projects addressing the psychosocial work environment for electricians in Sweden.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2008-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaching personality psychology, organizational industrial psychology, and addiction. Conducting research on psychological risk factors associated with adolescent substance use.

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).