Language Policy

7.5 credits

Course, Master's level, 5NS116

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Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
50%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
18 January 2027–28 March 2027
Language of instruction
Swedish
Entry requirements

120 credits, of which 60 credits in a linguistic subject, or a Bachelor's degree in a linguistic subject

Selection

Higher education credits (maximum 285 credits)

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 14,250
  • Total tuition fee: SEK 14,250

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Application deadline
15 October 2026
Application code
UU-05629

Admitted or on the waiting list?

Registration period
21 December 2026–17 January 2027
Information on registration from the department

Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
50%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
18 January 2027–28 March 2027
Language of instruction
Swedish
Entry requirements

120 credits, of which 60 credits in a linguistic subject, or a Bachelor's degree in a linguistic subject

Admitted or on the waiting list?

Registration period
21 December 2026–17 January 2027
Information on registration from the department

About the course

The course provides advanced knowledge in language policy, language planning, and cultivation of language.

Linguistic ideologies and attitudes, and how these affect language and educational policy decisions in a society, are covered in the course. The course also covers work with plain language and various aspects of language activism.

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