Dr. Sofia Högstadius

Instructor

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Biography

Sofia Högstadius is a dedicated lecturer and violinist with roots in northern Sweden and a deep connection to Bulgarian folk music. She has a strong commitment to equality, musical expression, and improvisation, and brings her passion for music to various educational settings. As a freelance violin player and program director of the Bachelor's programme in world music at the Academy of Music and Drama in Gothenburg, Sofia has collaborated within diverse musical contexts. She has participated in projects across a wide range of genres, including Swedish folk music and contemporary pop as part of different ensembles and bands. Sofia's teaching experience includes leading courses in folk music methodology and conducting workshops both in Sweden and internationally. She initiated the Rila Music Exchange, a folk music camp in Bulgaria, in 2012, reflecting her effort to connect musicians across cultures. Her educational background includes a teacher's degree in classical violin from the Academy of Music and Drama in Gothenburg and exchange studies at the folklore department of the Academy of Music, Dance and Fine Arts in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.

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).