Swedish-American Relations in Historical and Contemporary Perspectives

Education facts

Code: 5EN571

The course gives both academic and practical perspectives on Swedish-American relations. It focuses on the development and nature of contacts between Sweden and the area that today constitutes the United States from about the year 1000 to the present time. Applying interdisciplinary perspectives, the course addresses social, political, economic, and cultural dimensions of the movement of people and ideas. Through guest lectures and study visits, the course provides insights into contemporary practices in, for example, the cultural heritage sector, foreign service, business, and the media.

Entry requirements

180 credits, including 90 credits in the humanities or social sciences. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.

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.

• Swedish-American Relations in Historical and Contemporary Perspectives

  Uppsala University

  Uppsala

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 28 March 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %