Introduction to Academic Studies in English
Summary
The course is based on research in ESP (English for Specific Purposes) and prepares the students for further studies in English as well as for studies in other subjects where teaching and/or examination is in English. The written parts focus on professional English, critical reading and writing, argumentation, linguistic correctness and other stylistic aspects. The spoken parts focus on developing the students' abilities to communicate clearly and correctly in an academic context. The course takes a hands-on approach.
About
In this course, you are introduced to academic studies in English with a focus on reading, writing, and speaking in a university setting. You learn to identify and analyze argumentation in academic texts and to develop an understanding of different academic genres.
The course provides practice in expressing yourself accurately and appropriately in English—both in writing and speech—and is based on authentic texts and tasks that reflect real academic demands. Through seminars, you work actively with your own and others’ texts, discussing and reflecting critically on content and structure. You also practice oral presentations and written essays with the aim of strengthening your ability to communicate effectively in an academic context.
The course is particularly suitable if you plan to continue your studies in English-medium courses or subjects where teaching and assessment are conducted in English, and it is taught in the form of seminars with English as the language of instruction.
The course has scheduled online classes.
Prerequisites and selection
Entry requirements
English 6
Assessment of qualifications
If you lack the formal qualifications in English, but believe that you have the equivalent knowledge of English, you may take a test to determine whether you are eligible. Read more:
Diagnostic assessment of prior learning, Department of Languages and Literatures
NB: It is not possible to take the test if you make a late application for the course.
Selection
Selection is based upon average grade from upper secondary school (34 %), the number of credits from previous university studies, maximum 165 credits (33 %) and Högskoleprovet - Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test (33 %).
After graduation
What happens next? Further studies? Apply for a degree? Search for a job? How can you plan forwards to get your dream job?
More information about after graduation
Facilities
Our campus - Humanisten
Address: Renströmsgatan 6
