Dr. Pernilla Mårtensson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Pernilla Mårtensson is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Subject Matter Education specializing in Mathematics Education at the University of Gothenburg. She has notably contributed to the field through her research on collaborative settings in mathematics teacher education and the implementation of variation theory for teaching practices. Mårtensson has presented her work at major conferences, including the European Research Mathematics Education Congress (CERME) and the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI). Her investigations often focus on the pedagogical strategies utilized by prospective teachers in mathematical learning environments, aiming to enhance their teaching capabilities and understanding of early arithmetic skills. Through her scholarship, Mårtensson advocates for continuous improvement in teaching methodologies and the promotion of sustainable learning practices in educational settings.

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).