Dr. Rikard Tordön

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rikard Tordön is an Analyst and licensed psychologist who completed his PhD in June 2020 at Linköping University. His research focuses on children and young people's societal care, particularly issues surrounding foster care, residential care, and supported living situations, as well as the mental health impacts of adverse childhood experiences. Tordön's work emphasizes the higher prevalence of early adverse conditions faced by these individuals, which often lead to poorer long-term outcomes such as substance abuse and unemployment. His clinical experience includes working at a Child and Youth psychiatry clinic and serving as the National Coordinator for the Skolfam project, which aims to enhance school performance for children in out-of-home care. Furthermore, he is committed to improving interventions and support systems for vulnerable children, advocating for the need for society to take greater responsibility in their upbringing.

Research Interests

Experience

National Coordinator

2013-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Skolfam • Linköping, Sweden

Oversaw the implementation and coordination of the Skolfam project, aimed at improving school performance for children in care.

Licensed Psychologist

2012-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Child and Youth Psychiatry Clinic • Linköping, Sweden

Provided clinical support and services to children and adolescents facing mental health challenges.

Project Coordinator

2008-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Skolfam Project • Norrköping, Sweden

Led a project focusing on education and support for children in out-of-home care.

Requirements for Linköping 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
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.