English for Grades 4-6: Literature

Education facts

Code: 5EN103

The course focuses on English-language texts in different formats and genres such as novels, poems, plays, illustrated stories, and films. Employing basic literary concepts, you will read and analyse some works for children and young people, and acquire an understanding of how different texts can be used in future teaching. You will also develop your ability to express yourself in English through oral and written tasks. **Outline for distance course:** The distance course is based on self-study and communication through the web-based learning environment, which contains all information regarding the course and course activities. Teaching takes the form of study instructions and exercises, and discussions. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required to follow the course. Teaching and examination are carried out via the web-based learning platform and Zoom. No meetings on campus are included. Scheduled mandatory online meetings occur. Note that a distance course requires as much effort as an ordinary campus course.

Entry requirements

5EN218 English for Teachers in Preschool Class and Primary School, Years 1-3 or 15 credits in English for primary school teachers including modules in language structure and oral and written production.

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 for Grades 4-6: Literature

  Uppsala University

  Flexible

  Start date: 8 February 2027

  End date: 18 April 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %