Dr. Orla Vigsö

Professor

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Biography

Orla Vigsö is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in media studies and political communication. He obtained his Ph.D. in Scandinavian Languages from Uppsala University in 2004, following a Master's degree from Aarhus University in 1990. His academic career encompasses positions at various universities in Sweden, including Uppsala, Roskilde, Örebro, and Södertörn, where he has contributed significantly to the field of rhetoric and communication. Vigsö's research interests primarily center on political communication, crisis communication, and strategic communication, which he approaches through the lenses of language and rhetoric. He has led several research projects, including studies on Swedish political cartoons and the analysis of national election posters. Vigsö has over 25 years of teaching experience in subjects related to language, communication, and methodology, and is currently responsible for courses at the Department of Journalism, Media and Communication (JMG).

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2013-03-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaching and research in media studies and political communication.

Professor

2011-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Södertörn University • Sweden

Promoted professor in rhetoric.

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).