Program Overview

Metaphor and Metonymy in Political Discourse

The course focuses on the use and function of metaphor and metonymy in political discourse, analyzing their effects on political persuasion. It is primarily designed for exchange students and free movers, and also functions as a module in the Faculty of Arts course Studies in Humanities, 30hp.

Course Details

• Type: Course, first cycle
• Study pace: Half speed
• Study location: Umeå
• Type of studies: On campus
• Language: English
• Number of credits: 7.5 credits
• Teaching hours: Daytime
• Application code: UMU-14185

Eligibility and Application

• General entry requirements
• Selection: Upper secondary school grades-National Scholastic Aptitude Test-higher education credits
• Application deadline: 15 April 2025 (closed)
• Application fee: SEK 900
• Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 12,075
• Total fee: SEK 12,075

About Umeå University

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Course Provider

The course is given by the Language Studies department.

Additional Information

• Start date: 1 September 2025
• End date: 2 November 2025
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• How to apply: A step-by-step guide for applying to studies at Umeå University.