Program Overview

Subject teacher program with focus on work in upper secondary school, First subject: English

Program Overview

The Subject teacher program with a focus on work in upper secondary school, First subject: English is a 5-year program at the Grundnivå level, consisting of 300 university credits. The program is offered by the Faculty of Education at the Faculty of Education.

Program Details

• Program Code: L1ÄGY-FENG
• Level: Basic level
• Duration: 5 years
• Credits: 300 university credits
• Language of Instruction: Swedish
• Study Form: Campus
• Study Pace: 100%
• Study Time: Day
• Location: Gothenburg

Admission

Eligibility

Basic qualification + English 6, Social studies 1b or 1a1 + 1a2. Alternatively, English level 2, Social studies level 1b or level 1a1 + 1a2.

Selection

Grades (66%) and university exams (34%).

Program Structure

The program includes:

• Subject studies in English, focusing on practical language skills and theoretical knowledge of language structure and functions.
• Contrastive moments and practical didactic insights.
• Studies of English literature from different times and parts of the world.
• Analysis of fiction, with a focus on youth literature and Culture Studies.
• Use of digital tools and IT throughout the program.

Business-based education (VFU)

VFU is a crucial part of the program, where students, under the guidance of a teacher's supervisor, get to try out and reflect on the different aspects of the teaching profession. This includes planning, leading, and executing own teaching and other pedagogical activities.

Career Opportunities

After completing the program, students can apply for an ämneslärarexamen, which grants them the right to apply for teaching credentials in their subjects within elementary school grades 7-9 and high school. They also become eligible to teach within adult education.

Studies abroad

Students have the opportunity to complete parts of their studies abroad, either through university-based or business-based studies. Initiating such an exchange requires students to contact their course responsible institution.

Study guide

Program study guidance is available for students, and subject questions can be directed to the respective subject institution.