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Research in focus: Elite sport, football and supporter culture

How does sport mirror society – and shape it in return? Researchers at Malmö University explore elite sport, fan culture, children’s participation in sport, and mental health. With a social science perspective, they examine football and the wider...

Sport Science

Sport Science at Malmö University is focused on sport in society; tackling questions regarding sport’s societal values, challenges, and problems. Our researchers provide scientifically substantiated answers.

Research in Education and Special Education

The focus of the research is formation, education and innovative learning processes in order to give present and future citizens of the society the prerequisites and abilities to meet and solve contemporary and future societal challenges. The specific...

In Search of the Hidden Masters: Travel Narratives from an Imaginary Tibet

New study reveals the pioneer who paved the way for female skiers

Skier, and international driving force for women's conditions in sport: Inga Löwdin played a pivotal role in enabling women to compete in cross-country skiing in the Olympics and World Championships from 1952 onwards.

Malmö Meets at Malmö University

On 16 June, Malmö University is hosting a full day of dialogue, knowledge-sharing and collaboration on democracy. The event forms part of the Malmö Meets Democracy Week, organised by the City of Malmö.

Sport Management

The Sport Management research group studies how sport is organised, managed and developed in a changing and complex sector. Sporting activities are conducted in everything from non-profit associations to commercial companies and public organisations. What...

Further understanding the concept of ‘talent’ in football

Being called ‘talent’ can both encourage and create pressure. The term is often used subjectively, which means that some players risk being disadvantaged. In her thesis, Leah Monsees examines how the perception of talent is shaped by structures within...