Higher Education Entrance Qualification, acceptance into the English one year programme or other programmes at Nord University, and/or international / exchange student status at Nord University.

It is recommended to have English as a specialization subject in upper secondary school. Students are advised to acquire and familiarize themselves with the course literature at the start of the term.

Knowledge

Students shall:

• have foundational knowledge of the sound structures, word patterns, and grammatical structure of the English language as well as insight into the cultural conventions for its use
• have knowledge of English as a world language and its developing role as a contact language for people from different countries and cultures, as well as its importance in internationalization in education and the workplace
• have knowledge of and can distinguish between literary genres, as well as conventions of academic writing, including responsible use of secondary sources and research ethics
• have knowledge and understanding of English in a holistic, cultural context
• have insight into the possibilities for the subject's role in developing interpersonal communication, values, respect, and tolerance
• have knowledge of strategies for textual, linguistic, cultural, and analytical approaches to literature and other texts
• have knowledge of modern literary theory
• have knowledge leading to personal and academic maturation
• have increased knowledge and understanding of language as a phenomenon

Skills

Students

• have the ability and expertise to further their professional development in English within our present academic structure
• can analyze and write research-based articles on literary texts, and also apply precise and customized concepts in working with texts
• can explore society, history, and expressions of English-speaking countries
• can use both oral and written English functionally and confidently

General kompetence

Students

• can convey relevant subject matter in English in an appropriate way
• can reflect on their own learning
• can work independently and with others