Dr. Per Wisselgren

Associate Professor

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Biography

Per Wisselgren is a Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in History of Science and Ideas at Uppsala University. He specializes in the intersection of history and sociology, particularly focusing on social and political dimensions of research and knowledge production. His academic career began with a PhD in History of Science and Ideas from Umeå University in 2000, followed by postdoctoral research at the Swedish Institute for Studies in Education Research. His research interests include the impact of public research councils on human sciences in Sweden, the role of social sciences during the Cold War, and the historical relationship between social reportage and social sciences. Wisselgren has received various recognitions throughout his career, including being a Recognized University Teacher at Umeå University in 2018. He has undertaken multiple research projects funded by prominent national foundations and has held visiting fellowships at various international institutions.

Research Interests

History of Science Social Sciences Cold War Studies Sociology Science and Technology Studies

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2021-01-01 — Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala

Teaching and conducting research in History of Science and Ideas.

Associate Professor

2012-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Umeå University • Umeå

Conducted research and taught in the field of Sociology.

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.