Dr. Sally Young

Professor

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Biography

Sally Wiggins Young is a Professor at Linköping University specializing in social interaction and discursive psychology. Her work examines the mechanics of social interaction in everyday life, focusing on aspects that are often taken for granted. Young is particularly interested in food, eating, and learning within group settings, addressing how these mundane activities provide insights into psychological states and social habits. Her research utilizes video recordings of family mealtimes and preschool lunches to explore how seemingly trivial aspects of life can reveal deeper social and psychological insights. She has contributed significantly to the understanding of gustatory pleasure, disgust, food preferences, and satiety through her studies. Additionally, Young's research delves into Problem-Based Learning (PBL), a student-centered educational approach that relies on group interaction, and investigates the dynamics of tutorial interactions among students. This work captures the details of talk and gesture in tutorial settings, offering a nuanced view of how students negotiate social and academic identities while creating knowledge collaboratively.

Research Interests

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.