Dr. Therése Skoog

Professor

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Biography

Professor Therése Julia Iréne Skoog is an established academic in the field of Psychology, serving at the University of Gothenburg. She has a comprehensive background in educational leadership, holding the position of Assistant Dean and is a key member of the University Education Board. With a Doctorate in Psychology from Örebro University, awarded in 2008, her research primarily focuses on psychosocial development and adaptation in young people from a biopsychosocial perspective. Skoog actively collaborates with various practitioners and organizations to conduct applied research aimed at enhancing preventive interventions for children and adolescents. She supervises multiple PhD students across Gothenburg and other institutions, contributing to the academic growth in her field. In addition to her teaching and supervisory roles, she serves on the editorial boards of academic journals and is a scientific advisor for the Swedish National Board of Institutional Care, regularly engaging in societal outreach and consultations related to child and adolescent development.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2024-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Role includes teaching and academic leadership with responsibilities in undergraduate and graduate education.

Amanuensis II

2015-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Norwegian University of Science and Technology • Trondheim, Norway

Engaged in teaching and research activities in the Department of Psychology.

Researcher

2018-01-01 — 2019-01-01

Jönköping University • Jönköping, Sweden

Worked within the School of Health and Welfare focusing on psychosocial aspects of youth.

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).