Dr. Monica Bertilsson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Monica Bertilsson is a Senior Lecturer in Public Health Science at the University of Gothenburg, where she specializes in the areas of common mental disorders, work capacity, and the managerial involvement in the process of returning to work after sickness absence. Her extensive experience as a registered occupational therapist enriches her research contributions, particularly her PhD thesis which focused on the importance of work capacity and mental health. She is actively involved in multiple research projects, aiming to improve workplace mental health and rehabilitation processes. As a distinguished university teacher, she has taught advanced qualitative methods and coordinates the rehabilitation process within public health and community medicine. Bertilsson also serves on several educational committees within the Institute of Medicine, indicating her commitment to improving academic programs in her field. Her recent research initiatives explore the prevention of mental ill-health in both the private and public sectors, with significant findings expected between 2024 and 2027.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2014-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Göteborg, Sweden

Lecturer specializing in Public Health Science with a focus on mental health and workplace rehabilitation.

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).