Dr. Ulrika Birberg Thornberg

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Biography

Ulrika Birberg Thornberg is an affiliated researcher at the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Linköping University Hospital. Her academic pursuits are centered around clinical work, teaching, and research specifically in neuropsychological assessment and cognitive functions in rehabilitation medicine. She holds a license as a psychologist and specializes in neuropsychology, focusing on the impacts of stress on cognitive functions in prematurely born individuals, as well as neuropsychiatric diagnoses and early interactions with digital media, particularly after acquired brain injury due to post-COVID conditions. Ulrika leads research projects that aim to evaluate the effects of cognitive and personality factors in children recovering from brain injuries after COVID-19. Additionally, she is involved in interdisciplinary research that examines how digital media affects young children's development. Her teaching primarily consists of courses in neuropsychology and various psychological assessments. Ulrika is dedicated to enhancing student learning through a problem-based learning approach and has initiated collaborative student projects to further enrich the educational experience.

Research Interests

Experience

Affiliated Researcher

2020-01-01 — Present

Linköping University Hospital • Linköping, Sweden

Conducting research in neuropsychology and cognitive rehabilitation.

Requirements for Linköping University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.