Dr. Thanh Son

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Thanh Vi Son is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, focusing on English language education and didactics with a strong background in linguistics. He holds a Bachelor's degree in English Teacher Education from Cantho University in Vietnam, a Master's degree in Language and Culture from Linköping University in Sweden, and a PhD in Linguistics from Lund University in Sweden. His teaching experience spans various levels of English teaching education programs in Sweden, where he has taught and supervised students in English linguistics and education. Additionally, he is involved in assessing teacher candidates at primary and secondary school placements. Research interests include English as a Foreign Language (EFL), language testing and assessment, cultural perspectives in education, multilingualism, and the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in language education. He has completed significant research projects comparing teaching and learning English in Sweden and Vietnam, particularly examining the acquisition of English grammar among learners. His work critically assesses classroom practices and investigates how cultural contexts influence language education.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2011-08-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaching courses in English teaching education program and English linguistics.

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).