Dr. Olle Essvik

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Biography

Olle Essvik is a Senior Lecturer at the Pedagogy Unit of the University of Gothenburg, specializing in visual arts and educational methodologies. His work primarily focuses on exploring the relationship between art and learning, particularly through the lens of contemporary visual culture. Essvik has been involved in numerous exhibitions and projects that examine the intersection of art and education. His research encompasses a wide range of topics including digital epistemologies, photographic mediums, and the evolving nature of book art in the digital age. He has contributed significantly to various artistic festivals and symposia, promoting discussions on the implications of art in educational settings. His dedication to merging artistic practices with academic inquiry has established him as a key figure in the discourse surrounding visual art pedagogy in Sweden and beyond. Essvik is also noted for his innovative publications which often challenge traditional boundaries of art, promoting a new understanding of materiality and representation in art books and digital media.

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).