Dr. Ola Lindberg

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ola Lindberg is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education at Umeå University. His research interests predominantly focus on professional learning and professional education, particularly the transitions from education to work. He earned his doctorate in 2012, with a thesis that explored the education of medical doctors. Lindberg has a notable interest in the reflection process involved in professional learning and collaborates within groups focused on leadership and the organization of working life. He has been recognized as a Distinguished University Teacher and was awarded the title of 'Excellent Teacher' in 2015. His ongoing research projects include 'Study Culture, Labour Market Professional Practice' and 'Developing Students’ Professionalism: Effective Practices in Medical Education'. Additionally, he investigates how organizational routines in incident command centers can improve society's capabilities to manage extreme events.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Umeå University • Umeå

Teaching and conducting research in the field of professional education.

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.