Dr. Sofia Berne

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sofia Berne is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg's Department of Psychology, focusing on Clinical Psychology. With a background as a Licensed Psychologist since 2007, she earned her Ph.D. in psychology in 2014, and her dissertation was titled "Cyberbullying Childhood Adolescence - Assessment, Coping, Role Appearance." Her teaching interests are in developmental personality psychology. Berne's research centers on the themes of cyberbullying, employing both quantitative and qualitative methods to explore adolescent experiences and identity processes among minority ethnic groups. She has authored several papers on the intersections of ethnicity and identity in adolescence and has actively participated in international conferences, presenting findings on interventions aimed to enhance positive developmental outcomes. Berne's work is recognized for addressing the complexities surrounding cyberbullying and identity among adolescents living in Sweden.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2014-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaching and research focused on clinical psychology, particularly on cyberbullying and adolescent development.

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).