Dr. Rikard Warlenius

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rikard Warlenius is an Associate Professor in Human Ecology and a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg’s School of Global Studies. He earned his PhD in Human Ecology from Lund University, defending his thesis in 2017. Warlenius teaches courses related to sustainable development, ecological economics, political ecology, and environmental history, with a focus on climate transformations. His research primarily examines societal economic perspectives on energy, climate change, and policy, emphasizing issues of global justice. He leads a research project on grassroots initiatives in climate transition. In 2022, he published a book titled 'Klimatet, tillväxten och kapitalismen' ('Climate, Growth, and Capitalism'), wherein he critiques the dilemma of decoupling economic growth from ecological impacts. His other contributions include various articles and book chapters addressing ecological economics, climate justice, and social mobilization within the context of climate change. Warlenius actively engages in discussions surrounding the socioeconomic dynamics of climate policies and their implications on global equity.

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).