Dr. Ola Winberg

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ola Winberg is a Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor at Uppsala University, specializing in social history, particularly focusing on children and youth history, as well as early modern history and cultural history. His research interests encompass the 17th century, exploring themes such as peregrination, the Grand Tour, educational journeys, and travel accounts. Winberg is noted for his contributions to the understanding of the travel experiences of the Swedish nobility, examining how these journeys influenced social dynamics and educational practices during this historical period. His scholarly work has led to appearances in multiple Wikipedia pages, reflecting his engagement with academic and public discourse.

Research Interests

Social History Children and Youth History Early Modern History Cultural History 17th Century Peregrination Grand Tour Educational Journeys Travel Accounts

Experience

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor

— Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
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
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.