Overview

About the programme

The subject Working Life Science is a social science discipline (traditionally it had been a natural science/engineering discipline focused on ergonomics). It is built on the study of working people and forms of work. The word and is significant: it refers to our ambition to consider the relation between actor and structure in the workplace, something which is also emphasised in our social science direction.

In our PhD programme at Karlstad University, we offer joint courses and seminars in collaboration with Working Life Science departments at universities and university colleges in especially Western Sweden. Our international contacts also enable students to follow part of the programme abroad.

Programme Structure

Topics include:

occupational identity
individualism/collectivism
social inclusion through work
gender work and family
working conditions and work environment
aesthetic and athletic work
labour market restructuring
youth (un)employment
digitalization and work

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Karlstad, Sweden

Disciplines

Organisational Behaviour Occupational Health and Safety

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

To meet the general entry requirements for doctoral studies, students must have completed a degree at Master’s level or at least four years of full-time studies, of which at least one year at Master’s level.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

PhD programmes are not affected by tuition fees.

Living costs

Karlstad

Sweden

4000 - 8500 SEK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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