Introduction to Irish Folklore
Course, Bachelor's level, 5KS228
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Spring 2026 Spring 2026, Flexible, 50%, Distance learning, English
- Location
- Flexible
- Pace of study
- 50%
- Teaching form
- Distance learning
- Number of mandatory on-campus meetings
- 0
- Number of optional on-campus meetings
- 0
- Instructional time
- Daytime
- Study period
- 19 January 2026–29 March 2026
- Language of instruction
- English
- Selection
-
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 11,250
- Total tuition fee: SEK 11,250
- Application deadline
- 15 October 2025
- Application code
- UU-05109
Admitted or on the waiting list?
- Registration period
- 20 December 2025–11 January 2026
- Information on registration from the department
Spring 2026 Spring 2026, Uppsala, 50%, On-campus, English
- Location
- Uppsala
- Pace of study
- 50%
- Teaching form
- On-campus
- Instructional time
- Daytime
- Study period
- 30 March 2026–7 June 2026
- Language of instruction
- English
- Selection
-
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 11,250
- Total tuition fee: SEK 11,250
- Application deadline
- 15 October 2025
- Application code
- UU-05105
Admitted or on the waiting list?
- Registration period
- 20 December 2025–15 March 2026
- Information on registration from the department
Spring 2026 Spring 2026, Uppsala, 50%, On-campus, English For exchange students
- Location
- Uppsala
- Pace of study
- 50%
- Teaching form
- On-campus
- Instructional time
- Daytime
- Study period
- 30 March 2026–7 June 2026
- Language of instruction
- English
Admitted or on the waiting list?
- Registration period
- 20 December 2025–15 March 2026
- Information on registration from the department
Expand the information below to show details on how to apply and entry requirements.
Spring 2027 Spring 2027, Uppsala, 50%, On-campus, English
- Location
- Uppsala
- Pace of study
- 50%
- Teaching form
- On-campus
- Instructional time
- Daytime
- Study period
- 29 March 2027–6 June 2027
- Language of instruction
- English
- Entry requirements
-
General entry requirements and English level 2, or English 6
- Selection
-
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 12,375
- Total tuition fee: SEK 12,375
- Application deadline
- 15 October 2026
- Application code
- UU-05105
Admitted or on the waiting list?
- Registration period
- 1 March 2027–22 March 2027
- Information on registration from the department
Spring 2027 Spring 2027, Uppsala, 50%, On-campus, English For exchange students
- Location
- Uppsala
- Pace of study
- 50%
- Teaching form
- On-campus
- Instructional time
- Daytime
- Study period
- 29 March 2027–6 June 2027
- Language of instruction
- English
- Entry requirements
-
General entry requirements and English level 2, or English 6
Admitted or on the waiting list?
- Registration period
- 1 March 2027–22 March 2027
- Information on registration from the department
About the course
This course introduces students to the folklore of Ireland and Gaelic Scotland. Students will read and learn how to interpret traditional texts such as tales, legends, songs, and proverbs. Students will also learn about the history of folklore collecting, various folkloric theories, and how to use archival resources and engage in fieldwork.
Outline for distance course: The distance course is based on self-study and communication through the web-based learning environment, which contains all information regarding the course and course activities. Teaching takes the form of pre-recorded lectures, assigned readings, exercises, and discussions. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required to follow the course since all teaching and examinations are done online. Taking a distance course means that you yourself largely determine when you study since you are not as tied to scheduled classes. Note, however, that this kind of course requires as much effort as an ordinary campus course and that it is equally important to meet set deadlines.