Dr. Tommaso Milani

Professor

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Biography

Tommaso Milani is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg in the Department of Swedish. He joined the university in August 2017, bringing with him a wealth of experience in language politics, language ideologies, gender, and critical discourse analysis. Milani completed his PhD at Stockholm University in 2007, focusing on the interplay between language politics, language ideology, and national identity in contemporary Sweden. His academic journey has included a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Leeds, where he researched multilingualism and linguistic diversity initiatives in the UK. Milani's current research examines the intersections of gender, sexuality, and race within public spaces in Johannesburg, South Africa, as well as the linguistic landscapes and segregation processes in Gothenburg. He has co-edited the journal 'Language and Society' and is actively involved in various research projects exploring the experiences of marginalized language speakers. His work often addresses issues of social inclusion, civic orientation, and the political economy of language, reflecting his commitment to advancing understanding of these critical areas within linguistic studies.

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).