In-depth Course in English, Literary Specialization
No fees are charged for EU and EEA citizens, Swedish residence permit holders and exchange students.
No fees are charged for EU and EEA citizens, Swedish residence permit holders and exchange students.
About
The course consists of two modules:
Module 1: Literary Theory and Methodology and Academic Writing (7.5 credits) and Module 2: Literary Studies (7.5 credits)
At the end of the course you should be able to discuss and critically reflect on key literary theoretical and methodological issues as well as on the implications of literary studies for contemporary social concerns. The course also includes close reading of literary texts which will enable you to analyze and discuss literature and relevant secondary critical material based on a specific thematic, authorship, literary genre, or a literary historical period.
As the course contributes to the completion of an independent research project by the student, it includes critical discussions of the practices and conditions of scientific authorship (the writing process, source documentation, peer review, source criticism, research ethics) and provides an opportunity for structured reflection on students? own scientific style and approach.
Prerequisites and selection
Requirements
30 credits Introductory course + 22,5 Intermediate Course. Written Proficiency or Academic Writing within the Intermediate Course or IELTS 7.5 no part under 6.5 or TOEFL 625, TWE score 5.5 or equivalent must be included From Aumumn 2023: The requirement for admission to the course is completed Introductory course (1-30 credits) and at least 22.5 credits from the Intermediate course (31-60 credits) in English with general specialisation, or the equivalent thereof..
Selection
Selection is based upon the number of credits from previous university studies, maximum 165 credits.
After graduation
What happens next? Further studies? Apply for a degree? Search for a job? How can you plan forwards to get your dream job?
There are many questions, and some answers can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/study-in-gothenburg/after-your-studies
Facilities
Our campus - Humanisten
Address: Renströmsgatan 6
