Dr. Trine Øland

Associate Professor

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Biography

Trine Øland is an Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen, affiliated with the Department of Media, Cognition and Communication. Her research focuses on the intersections of pedagogy and social inequality, emphasizing progressive education methodologies from the 20th and 21st centuries. Øland has examined how institutionalized pedagogy can perpetuate social hierarchies while also exploring ways to resist and reframe these narratives to better serve marginalized populations. Her work encompasses historical analyses of educational practices in Denmark and the effects of welfare systems on immigrant integration. Notable projects include her current research funded by the Independent Research Council Denmark, titled 'Refugees' Stories, Stories of Refugees', which seeks to craft new narratives within the Danish welfare state framework involving refugee experiences. Throughout her career, she has published extensively, contributed to various academic conferences, and supervised numerous Ph.D. theses, shaping the discourse on educational policy and its implications for vulnerable communities.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Teaching and researching in the field of education, with a focus on social inequalities and pedagogical practices.

Post-Doctoral Researcher

2008-01-01 — 2011-01-01

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted research on progressive pedagogy and educational policies affecting refugee integration.

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.