Dr. Tormod Johansen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tormod Johansen is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg with research interests primarily in public law, including constitutional and administrative issues, alongside a legal theoretical focus in the field of general legal philosophy. His expertise encompasses procedural law and he has published works in various fields of law. Johansen is involved in multiple research projects, including the 'Law, Society and the Extraordinary (LaSE)' where he examines legal competencies in civil military defense. His work includes participation in interdisciplinary projects concerning political theology and legal theory, particularly focusing on the insights of Thomas Hobbes in relation to current secular legal frameworks. He teaches constitutional and administrative law in the university's law program and has a significant role in the Advanced Studies in Public Law course. His academic credentials include a Master of Philosophy and a Master of Laws from Södertörn University and the University of Gothenburg, respectively, as well as a Doctorate in Public Law. Johansen is expected to achieve a Docent in Public Law by 2025. His publications and contributions to academic discourse are extensive and diverse, reflecting his commitment to advancing understanding in the domain of public law.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

University of Gothenburg • Göteborg, Sweden

Teaching constitutional law and administrative law in the law program, involved in multiple research projects.

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).