Dr. Pia Pedersen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Pia Vivian Pedersen is a Senior Researcher at the University of Southern Denmark, specializing in social health. Her research focuses on marginalized groups, including the homeless and individuals with substance abuse or mental health issues, examining their conditions and interactions with healthcare systems. Pedersen investigates social inequality in health and cancer rehabilitation, as well as the daily lives of young cancer patients and their use of performance-enhancing drugs. She employs qualitative and ethnographic methods combined with surveys and mixed methods in her studies. Active in academia, she has presented numerous talks and has been involved in various project collaborations. Her work has also been featured in media contributions discussing the social challenges faced by vulnerable populations in relation to health diagnosis and treatment.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Southern Denmark

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:88
PTE
Overall
Required:58
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or Humanities Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects of the chosen field
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Transcripts of records
  • Course descriptions for prerequisite verification
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized for English-taught Master's programs across Science, Engineering, and Social Science departments. Some programs may require a higher GPA for restricted admission.