Dr. Tomas Persson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Tomas Persson is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at Uppsala University, specializing in the field of education, particularly in mathematics education. His research primarily focuses on language use within mathematics and science education. Persson is an active member of the research groups Studies of Language Practices (STOLP) and Comparative Didactics in Mathematics Education. He has extensive experience as a primary and secondary school teacher, teaching mathematics and science, as well as conducting in-service courses for teachers in these subjects. His work aims to enhance the understanding and application of didactics in linguistics and mathematics teacher training.

Research Interests

Language Use Mathematics Education Science Education

Courses

Mathematics Education for Primary Teachers Mathematics Education for Secondary Teachers In-Service Courses for Teachers

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
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
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.