Dr. Thorbjörn Holmlund

Associate Professor

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Biography

Thorbjörn Holmlund works as an Associate Professor and senior consultant physician in the Section of Otorhinolaryngology at Umeå University. He is involved in various research projects, including studies focusing on dysphagia related to anterior cervical spine surgery and oropharyngeal myofunctional training for reducing symptoms of snoring and sleep apnea. His work emphasizes the integration of clinical practice with research to improve patient care and outcomes in otorhinolaryngology. Thorbjörn Holmlund's contributions to medical research have been recognized through grants aimed at fostering medical research in Northern Sweden.

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.