English: Scholarly Writing in Literary Theory and Criticism

Education facts

Code: AEN26E

The course consists of in-depth study and practice of the literary research process. The main aim of the course is to facilitate the development of the necessary theoretical and methodological understanding of how scholarly work is produced, which is the basis for writing the degree thesis. In particular, the course focuses on the early stages of the research process. This includes articulating a relevant research question, selecting a theoretical and methodological approach, as well as searching for, critically evaluating and processing relevant secondary sources in academic writing. The course also focuses on developing the students‘ ability to establish the degree of originality of research, as well as how to present work in progress and how to provide constructive criticism.

Entry requirements

90 credits in English, of which 30 credits in English III including a course in literary theory

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• English: Scholarly Writing in Literary Theory and Criticism

  Dalarna University

  Start date: 10 November 2025

  End date: 18 January 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %