Dr. Ulrik Wagner

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ulrik Wagner is an Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen, focusing on the intersection of sport, individual, and society. His research interests are primarily rooted in the fields of sport, exercise, and public health, with an emphasis on the political and organizational dimensions of these areas. He explores various subjects including international anti-doping policy, sponsorships, sport scandals, and the role of cycling in workplace health promotion. In addition to his research, Wagner teaches at the Master's and Bachelor's levels, with responsibilities for courses like the Scandinavian Sport Model and Sport Movement Culture. He has also been instrumental in lecturing an elective course on methods in collaboration with Glen Nielsen. His past academic roles include a postdoctoral position at the University of Copenhagen and an Assistant Professorship at the University of Southern Denmark. Wagner is a member of several editorial boards, serving in journals specializing in sport management and policy, and is affiliated with prominent associations in the field, such as the International Sociology of Sport Association and the European Association for Sport Management.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Teaching and researching in the field of sport and health.

Assistant Professor

2011-01-01 — 2013-01-01

University of Southern Denmark • Denmark

Focused on leadership and corporate strategy in relation to sports.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2010-01-01 — 2011-01-01

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted research in the social dynamics of sport.

Awards

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EASM Distinguished Service Award

2021-11-10
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Graduate Paper Award

2007-01-01

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.