Dr. Mattias Sjölander

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mattias Sjölander is a Project Assistant at the Section of Archaeology with a focus on environmental archaeology and interdisciplinary approaches. His research interests include the study of human-environment relationships and cultural development during prehistoric times. He has worked on projects involving the analysis of bifacial points and the exploitation of quartzite by hunter-gatherers in Västerbotten County during the Epineolithic and Bronze Age periods. His methodology incorporates spectroscopic techniques for analyzing quartzite. Apart from his research, Mattias has taught Geographical Information Systems at both bachelor and master levels. He is currently involved in several projects including the SEAD and Swedigarch, which emphasize quality assurance and the integration of new data types in archaeological research.

Research Interests

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.