Program Overview

Introduction to the Master's program in Literary Studies

The Bachelor's Program in Literary Studies is a three-year, 180-credit program that provides a broad and in-depth literary education. The program combines subject knowledge with profession-oriented skills and competencies, such as text processing, writing in different genres, and literary mediation.

Program Structure

The program is divided into three years, with the following structure:

• First year: Basics of literary studies (30 credits)
  • Semester 1 & 2: Literary studies: basic course (30 credits)
    • To analyze epic, lyric, drama (7.5 credits)
    • From Antiquity to the Renaissance (7.5 credits)
    • From Baroque to Romanticism (7.5 credits)
    • The conditions of literature today (7.5 credits)
  • Semester 2: Literary studies: continuation course (30 credits)
    • Theoretical perspectives on contemporary literature (7.5 credits)
    • From realism to symbolism (7.5 credits)
    • From modernism (7.5 credits)
    • Written advanced course (7.5 credits)
• Second year: Literary practices
  • Semester 3: Literary practices I (30 credits)
    • Nonfiction: genre, form, style (7.5 credits)
    • Publicism & editorial work (7.5 credits)
    • Literature mediation (7.5 credits)
    • Translation: theoretical & world literary perspectives (7.5 credits)
  • Semester 4: Literary practices II: Project work (15 credits)
    • Optional courses (7.5 credits or 15 credits)
• Third year: Profiling and deepening
  • Semester 5: Profiling and deepening
    • Internship
    • Exchange studies
    • Optional studies
  • Semester 6: Literary studies: Bachelor's course (30 credits)
    • Literary theory and methodological application (7.5 credits)
    • Thematic in-depth course (7.5 credits)
    • Degree project (15 credits)

Career Opportunities

A degree in Literature is a valuable asset in many fields, particularly in the cultural and literary sector. Graduates can pursue careers in publishing, libraries, bookstores, cultural institutions, and education.

Research Areas

The program covers a wide range of research areas, including:

• Literary studies
• Literary theory
• Literary history
• Text analysis
• Literature and society

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for the program, students must meet the general admission requirements for higher education in Sweden. Additional requirements may include:

• Proficiency in Swedish (since the program is taught in Swedish)
• Previous studies in Literature or related fields

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees for the program may vary depending on the student's country of origin and other factors. Students are advised to check with the university for the most up-to-date information on tuition fees.