World Literatures: Theories, Geographies, Movements

7.5 credits

Course, Master's level, 5PR012

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Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
25%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
18 January 2027–6 June 2027
Language of instruction
English
Entry requirements

120 credits in a language subject, literature or another subject within the humanities, including an independent project of at least 15 credits.

Selection

All qualified applicants will be admitted.

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-08506

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
25%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
18 January 2027–6 June 2027
Language of instruction
English
Entry requirements

120 credits in a language subject, literature or another subject within the humanities, including an independent project of at least 15 credits.

Admitted or on the waiting list?

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

About the course

This course explores literature and literary theory beyond the nation and national languages. Taking the notion of world literature as its point of departure the course gives a deep insight into and understanding of a selection of perspectives and methodologies within theories of world literature.

Instruction, class discussions, and examinations are in English.

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