In-depth Course in English, Literary Specialization

Education facts

Code: EN1310

The course consists of two modules: Module 1: Literary Theory and Methodology and Academic Writing (7.5 credits) and 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.

Entry 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..

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.

• In-depth Course in English, Literary Specialization

  University of Gothenburg

  GÖTEBORG

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 3 November 2026

  Pace of study: 100 %