Dr. Nora Theorin

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Nora Theorin is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Gothenburg, affiliated with the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication. Her research projects include “DigiPatch: Moving Networked Patchworked Society” and “Knowledge Resistance: Causes, Consequences, Cures.” In 2021, she defended her doctoral thesis titled “Us Versus Role Media: Influence on Media Attitudes Migration Europe.” Her research primarily focuses on public opinion formation, media effects, political psychology, and migration. Nora also teaches modules at the bachelor and master levels, contributing to fields such as argumentation and political communication, examining how media impacts societal attitudes toward immigration. Theorin’s work has been published in notable journals, exploring subjects like media framing effects on policy preferences and public perceptions of immigration. She is active in academic conferences, presenting her findings and engaging with ongoing discussions in her areas of expertise.

Research Interests

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).