Dr. Thomas Rosén

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Thomas Rosén is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in Slavistics and Balkan studies. His research primarily focuses on historical sociolinguistics, examining the development of the Russian language in Sweden from 1721 to 1945, particularly during the 1990s. He is interested in the role of written language in society and literacy issues. His contemporary research involves the linguistic situation in Ukraine and the language shifts in communications from Ukrainian authorities to citizens. Rosén has previously held senior lecturer positions at Uppsala University and Stockholm University, teaching Russian and Ukrainian. He collaborates with Dr. Alla Bidniuk on the Ukrainian-Swedish-Georgian Online Dictionary Project, which is supported by the Swedish Institute. His recent publications cover various aspects of the Russian language's role in historical contexts and modern martial linguistics in Ukraine, highlighting the need for more humanistic research on Eastern Europe.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaches and researches in the fields of Slavistics and Balkan studies.

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).