Program Overview

Program Details

The program is titled "German, Nordic Noir as Global Literary Phenomenon" and is a 7.5-credit course.

Course Description

This course examines the popular literary phenomenon of Nordic Noir from an international perspective. The course literature contains works within the genre written by authors located within and outside 'the North,' which will be examined both as a place and an idea. The course consists of a shorter introductory module conducted in English, followed by a specialization module conducted in German.

Course Details

• Type: Course, second cycle
• Study pace: Half speed
• Study location: Varied
• Type of studies: Distance only (no required meetings)
• Teaching language: English and German

Application and Admission

• Eligibility: Knowledge in English equivalent of English 6/English Course B from Swedish upper secondary school. At least 90 ECTS with academic progression in German including 15 ECTS corresponding to level 61-90 hp in the Swedish academic system, or equivalent knowledge.
• Selection: Academic credits
• Application deadline: 15 April 2025
• Second admissions round: For EU/EEA/Swiss citizens

Tuition Fees

• Application fee: SEK 900
• Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 12,075
• Total fee: SEK 12,075

Course Schedule

• Starts: 3 November 2025
• Ends: 18 January 2026
• Number of credits: 7.5 credits
• Type of studies: Web-based (online)
• Mandatory meetings: No mandatory meetings
• Other meetings: None
• Study pace: 50%
• Teaching hours: Mixed
• Study location: Varied
• Language: English
• Application code: UMU-14803

Outline for Distance Course

The medium of instruction is English and German. All communication is via the course learning platform. Access to a computer with broadband internet connection is required for participating in and completing the course tasks.

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