Dr. Susan Whyte

Professor

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Biography

Susan Reynolds Whyte is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Copenhagen, where she has been since 1998. She has extensive research experience focusing on well-being in human societies, influenced by ethnographic studies primarily in Uganda and broader East Africa. Her research interests include the management of uncertainty in lifeworlds, gender dynamics in changing socio-economic contexts, and health perceptions and practices related to chronic illness. In her career, she has engaged in numerous capacity-building projects in Uganda, particularly emphasizing the intersection of health, gender, and social security amid conflicted regions. Her current research projects involve exploring gender futures and the impact of COVID-19 on youth reproductive health. She has also held various research positions, reflecting her commitment to improving community health and social welfare. Throughout her career, she has supervised and assessed many Ph.D. candidates and has contributed significantly to scholarly discussions through numerous publications and editorial roles in various academic journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Leading research and teaching in the Department of Anthropology.

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Taught and researched in various areas of anthropology.

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Initiated academic career focusing on research and teaching.

Awards

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Honorary Doctorate

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Ester Boserup Award

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New Millenium Book 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.