Dr. Thomas Laurien

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Thomas Laurien serves as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, contributing to the design program as an educator and curator. He is engaged in multiple research projects, including a major initiative titled 'Whose Body Water? Rights Nature Environmental Guardianship Sweden' supported by Formas, which runs from 2023 to 2027. Laurien’s work emphasizes ecological and design intersectionality, focusing on applied ecofeminism through projects like 'Flow Feelers', and he has held various leadership roles, including as chairman of an NGO. His participation in research environments, such as The Posthumanities Hub, underscores his commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration across design and environmental challenges. His contributions extend to various publications presented at international conferences and symposiums, showcasing his expertise in participatory design practices and more-than-human ecological justice. Laurien has actively contributed to the discourse surrounding modern water ecologization and the inclusion of diverse voices in design processes, promoting sustainable practices within artistic and academic communities.

Research Interests

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).