Dr. Therese Eskilsson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Therese Eskilsson is an Associate Professor in Physiotherapy at Umeå University, specializing in public health and rehabilitation. She has a significant background in conducting randomized controlled trials using both quantitative and qualitative designs. Her research focuses on concrete methods to prevent work-related ill health and supports rehabilitation strategies aimed at improving work longevity through employer-employee perspectives. Eskilsson also actively collaborates on projects addressing stress-related illness and is a member of the Gender, Working Life, and Psychosocial Health research group. Her teaching encompasses both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with a focus on health within work environments, workplace interventions, and motivational interviewing. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Health from Umeå University and has continuously contributed to the field through various teaching and research initiatives.

Research Interests

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.