Dr. Sofie Bak

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sofie Lene Bak is an Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in social and cultural history with a focus on the history and theory of anti-Semitism and racism, the Second World War, and memory culture. Her research investigates the Holocaust in Denmark, Jewish history in Denmark and Europe, and modern Danish history, emphasizing oral history and the historical narrative of the interwar period and the occupation. She has participated in numerous conferences and workshops and has contributed to various publications on topics related to her expertise. Sofie is committed to advancing the understanding of historical memory and the impact of anti-Semitism and racism in contemporary society, engaging with both academic and public audiences through lectures and media contributions. She was awarded the Samuel Friedman Rescue Award by the Samuel Friedman Foundation in 2013 for her contributions to Holocaust studies.

Research Interests

Awards

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Samuel Friedman Rescue Award

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.