Egyptology A
Course, Bachelor's level, 5EG550
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Autumn 2026 Autumn 2026, Uppsala, 100%, On-campus, English
- Location
- Uppsala
- Pace of study
- 100%
- Teaching form
- On-campus
- Instructional time
- Daytime
- Study period
- 31 August 2026–17 January 2027
- Language of instruction
- English
- Entry requirements
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General entry requirements and History level 1b or level 1a2, Social Studies level 1b or level 1a2, English level 2, or History 1b or 1a1+1a2, Social Studies 1b or 1a1+1a2, English 6
- Selection
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Final school grades (60%) - Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test (40%)
- Fees
- If you are not a citizen of a European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) country, or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees.
- First tuition fee instalment: SEK 49,500
- Total tuition fee: SEK 49,500
- Application deadline
- 15 April 2026
- Application code
- UU-50207
Admitted or on the waiting list?
- Registration period
- 23 July 2026–23 August 2026
- Information on registration from the department
Autumn 2026 Autumn 2026, Uppsala, 100%, On-campus, English For exchange students
- Location
- Uppsala
- Pace of study
- 100%
- Teaching form
- On-campus
- Instructional time
- Daytime
- Study period
- 31 August 2026–17 January 2027
- Language of instruction
- English
- Entry requirements
-
General entry requirements and History level 1b or level 1a2, Social Studies level 1b or level 1a2, English level 2, or History 1b or 1a1+1a2, Social Studies 1b or 1a1+1a2, English 6
Admitted or on the waiting list?
- Registration period
- 23 July 2026–23 August 2026
- Information on registration from the department
About the course
The course introduces the basics of the study of ancient Egypt. The first part of the course deals with 5,000 years of Egyptian history, from prehistory up until the country's annexation into the Roman Empire. The next module introduces the basic principles for interpreting Egyptian art, as well as the most important temple och grave monuments. The third module gives students an insight into Ancient Egyptian religion and religious practices, while the final module provides them with basic knowledge of Ancient Egyptian language and literature.
Outline for distance course: The distance course is based on self-study and communication in the web-based teaching environment (Studium) and email. The teaching takes place mainly through study instructions, exercises and discussions via internet, as well as web-based lectures. Access to a computer and internet connection is required to follow the course.