Dr. Runa Westerlund

Associate Professor

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Biography

Runa Westerlund is an Associate Professor at Umeå University, specializing in Sport Science. With a focus on Sport Pedagogy, her research explores the physiological testing of athletes from a coach's perspective and the learning experiences of pre-service teachers in Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE). Dr. Westerlund's work bridges practical coaching insights with educational frameworks, aiming to enhance teaching methodologies and athletic training protocols in sports education.

Research Interests

Sport Science Sport Pedagogy

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Umeå University • Umeå

Works in the Department of Sport Science focusing on research and education in sport pedagogy.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.