Program Overview

University of Gothenburg Programs

The University of Gothenburg offers a wide range of programs for students.

Study Programs

The university provides various study programs, including:

• Master's programs
• Bachelor's programs
• Double and joint degrees
• Sustainability labelled programs

Program Details

One of the programs offered is the Sloyd (Teacher education) program at HDK-Valand Academy of Art and Design.

Sloyd (Teacher education)

The Sloyd (Teacher education) program is designed to train students to become handiwork teachers. The program focuses on subject-specific teaching methods, theoretical components, and craft techniques. The curriculum includes areas such as:

• Handiwork in society
• Handiwork and digital tools
• Aesthetic and cultural expression
• Sustainable development
• Strategies for developing students' environmental awareness

Research Connection

The Handiwork Education program at HDK-Valand has a clear connection to research, with faculty members' research areas including:

• Communications and teaching in handiwork practice
• Bodily learning
• Newly arrived students meet multi-modal resources in handiwork classrooms
• Multi-modal resources for teaching
• Approaches to teaching handiwork

Career Prospects

There is a high demand for accredited handiwork teachers in Sweden, with about one-third of the current handiwork teacher positions held by people who do not meet the teacher certification requirements. This shortfall, combined with the upcoming retirement of many current teachers, means that the future prospects are bright for accredited handiwork teachers.

Language of Instruction

The teacher education program is conducted only in Swedish.

Research Areas

The university's research areas include:

• Sustainability and the environment
• Health and medicine
• Culture and languages
• Science and IT
• Society and economics
• Education and learning

Doctoral Studies

The university offers doctoral studies in various fields, including artistic practices and research on arts education.

Collaboration and Innovation

The university collaborates with various networks, partners, and organizations, including EUTOPIA and The SDG 8 Initiative.

About the University

The University of Gothenburg has a strong vision and values, with a focus on sustainable development, quality assurance, and widening access and participation. The university also has a rich history and a strong connection to the city of Gothenburg.