Dr. Sofia Näsström

Professor

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Biography

Sofia Näsström specializes in political theory. Her publications include 'Democracy in Ten Questions' (Palgrave Macmillan, 2025), 'Spirit Democracy: Corruption, Disintegration, Renewal' (Oxford University Press, 2021), and 'Demokrati. En liten bok om en stor sak' (Historiska Media, 2021), which won the Disa Prize. She is currently working on a new monograph titled 'Democracy Social Question' under contract with Cambridge University Press. Her research focuses on the concept of democracy, examining the differing forms of political life and the impact of autocracy on democratic practices. Näsström argues that democratic theory often lacks the conceptual resources needed to address the contemporary challenges posed by autocratic governance. Through her work, she intends to revive the discourse around political life forms, emphasizing the critical relationship between democracy and social justice. She asserts that the uncertainty surrounding modern governance necessitates a re-evaluation of fundamental democratic principles. Her theoretical contributions aim to provide a framework for understanding democracy in the face of corruption and disintegration, while also advocating for a more inclusive and representative political landscape.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Leading research and teaching in political theory.

Awards

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Disa Prize

2021-01-01

Requirements for Uppsala 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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.