Shorter programme

Experience English Language and Literature: Spring Package

Bodø

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Programme description

Nord University is proud to host one of the best English programs in the country – why not use your time in Norway to join us in exploring the literature, language, and culture of one of the world’s most vital languages? Your experience studying English in Bodø will put you in classes with Norwegian students, where everyone will be working together to improve their knowledge of English, and also in a small-group conversation class designed just for international students who wish to make rapid improvements. Our spring package gives you the chance to explore the rich and diverse world of American literature – from the earliest narratives to today’s young adult fiction – making it an excellent option for future English teachers. Our classes are taught at a high level, and at an international standard, making it possible for this package to fit into a wide variety of degree programs.

Career opportunities

The study of English provides international students with a solid foundation for communication-based work in a variety of occupations. The study of English provides a wide range of language, communication, and cultural skills. Upon completion of the semester package, students have received course content relevant to the following areas of employment:

Translation / proofreading / editing

Teaching (upon certification) / tutoring

Publishing

University recruitment / international affairs

Tourism

Higher education entrance qualification, language requirement, view more information about requirements and deadlines.

Entrance as a semester or year international exchange student to Nord University, campus Bodø.

There is an opportunity available for eligible students to attend classes at the Norwegian Study Centre, York, UK.

A semester package study of English provides international students with an excellent foundation for continued study of English at more advanced levels, such as a Bachelor of English. It can also complement other areas of study such as communication, business, or government.

KNOWLEDGE

The student shall:

Develop knowledge of textual structure and linguistic devices and of critical and analytical approaches to both literary and non-literary texts in English;
Have introductory knowledge of traditional and contemporary literary texts and theory;
Have increased knowledge of and insight into the English language.

SKILLS

The student can:

Use English more confidently and functionally, both orally and in writing appropriate to the audience in different situations;
Demonstrate English skills in a variety of formats.

GENERAL COMPETENCE

The student can:

Deliberate relevant subject material and communicate in English in such a way that is adapted to their target audience;
Apply knowledge and skills within the subject of English in an academic and professional context.

No tuition fees for students within EU/EEA/EFTA.

Costs for semester registration and course literature apply.

More information for students with citizenship outside te EU/ EEA and Switzerland: https://www.nord.no/en/study-programmes/admission/tuition-fees

Admission is closed

Start semester

Spring 2025

Study form

Full time

Language

English

ECTS Credits

Study length