Dr. Ulf Bjereld

Professor

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Biography

Ulf Bjereld is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in international politics, digital democracy, political cleavages, and gender politics. He has led the research program 'Sweden Cold War' and has been involved in a national multidisciplinary network focusing on Swedish foreign security policy. Bjereld has held significant positions including Head of the Department of Political Science at the University of Gothenburg (2006-2012) and Member of the Steering Committee of the European Consortium for Political Research's Standing Group on International Relations from 2001 to 2006. He has also served as Chair of the Swedish Political Science Association and on the Board of the Nordic Political Science Association. His extensive research and publications address critical contemporary issues related to security policy and democracy in Sweden, especially in the context of NATO. Bjereld actively engages in academic discussions and has been featured in various reputable platforms discussing relevant socio-political topics.

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).