Dr. Mikael Söderström

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mikael Söderström is an Associate Professor at Umeå University, with expertise in innovation and digitalization. He serves as Director of studies at the Polisutbildningshuset, overseeing educational programs. His research interests include mission-oriented innovation and its impacts on digital transitions, particularly within sustainable communities. Mikael has been actively involved in various research projects, including the MINDSET initiative aimed at fostering digital green transitions. He also contributed to the Bitstream II project focused on the implications of digitalization in societal structures. His work reflects a dedication to advancing understanding of the digital landscape and its transformative effects on education and community development.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Teaching and research in innovation and digitalization.

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.