Dr. Sirkka Liisa Uusimäki

Associate Professor

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Biography

Liisa Uusimäki is an Associate Professor at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, where she has been a faculty member since January 2013. Her expertise spans pedagogical leadership, mentoring, and comparative education, particularly within a global context. Uusimäki has received recognition for her teaching, including the Excellent Teacher award in 2018, highlighting her contributions to higher education. With extensive teaching experience at various Australian universities, such as Charles Sturt University and Queensland University of Technology, Uusimäki brings a broad international perspective to her work. Her research interests focus on areas like internationalization, inclusion, and educational leadership, aiming to enhance educational practices and promote well-being in academic settings.

Research Interests

Internationalization Inclusion Cross-Cultural Studies Mentoring Supervision Wellbeing Care Educational Leadership Educational Psychology

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).