Second Language Learner's Literacy Development

7.5 credits

Course, Bachelor's level, 5NS193

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Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
50%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
31 August 2026–1 November 2026
Language of instruction
Swedish
Entry requirements

At least 22.5 credits from Swedish as a Second Language A

Selection

Final school grades (40%) - Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test (10%) - Higher education credits, maximum 165 credits (50%)

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

Read more about fees.

Application deadline
15 April 2026
Application code
UU-55620

Admitted or on the waiting list?

Registration period
3 August 2026–30 August 2026
Information on registration from the department

Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
50%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
31 August 2026–1 November 2026
Language of instruction
Swedish
Entry requirements

At least 22.5 credits from Swedish as a Second Language A

Admitted or on the waiting list?

Registration period
3 August 2026–30 August 2026
Information on registration from the department

Expand the information below to show details on how to apply and entry requirements.

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

At least 22.5 credits from Swedish as a Second Language A

Selection

Final school grades (40%) - Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test (10%) - Higher education credits, maximum 165 credits (50%)

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

Read more about fees.

Application deadline
15 October 2026
Application code
UU-05620

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

At least 22.5 credits from Swedish as a Second Language A

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 an introduction to second language literacy development. Emphasis is placed on didactics, but the course also takes a wider perspective. How does analphabetism affect society at large, and what are the implications at the individual level?

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