Online Courses at Umeå University – Autumn 2009 Term
Choose from our internet-based courses - taught completely online - and obtain a dynamic educational experience that suits your convenience and schedule.
How to Apply:
Applications are submitted online via the national application website studera.nu. A direct link is available on each course page by clickling the "Apply Now" button. Simply click the course title link below for more detailed information.
You will need to create a personal user account at studera.nu if you have not already done so. A user account functions as a link between your online application and your personal data and qualifications. After creating a user account, simply go to 'Your pages' at studera.nu to check your application status.
We highly recommend that you read carefully through all of the information at the following webpages:
Eligibility Requirements must be met in order to obtain admittance.
Supporting Documentation First Cycle (Basic/Bachelor's)
Supporting Documentation Second Cycle (Advanced/Master's)
Language Requirements (basic proficiency in English)
Application Deadline: 16 April 2009 (12 noon in Sweden) - Late applications are now being accepted. Please note that applications received before the deadline are given first prefefence.
Supporting Documents: Must be received by 18 June 2009
If you only intend to take online courses at Umeå University, a residence permit is not required as all teaching is provided via the internet. Admittance to an online course does not grant you the right to obtain a residence permit to study in Sweden.
Autumn 2009 Term Online Courses
| Course Title | Credits (ECTS) | Level | Tempo | Dates |
| Applied Coaching | 7.5 | Basic | 50% | 5 Oct - 4 Dec |
| Education and Post Colonial Societies | 7.5 | Basic | 50% | 5 Oct – 4 Dec |
| Food and the consumer | 7.5 | Advanced | 50% | 31 Aug – 6 Nov |
| From Vikings to Welfare:Swedish History of Science and Ideas During 1000 Years | 7.5 | Basic | 50% | 31 Aug – 6 Nov |
| Global Perspectives on Education | 7.5 | Basic | 50% | 5 Oct – 4 Dec |
| Microbial Ecology | 15.0 | Advanced | 50% | 31 Aug – 15 Jan 2010 |
| Molecules of Life | 15.0 | Basic | 50% | 31 Aug – 15 Jan 2010 |
| New Technologies of e-Learning 2.0 | 7.5 | Advanced | 25% | 31 Aug – 15 Jan 2010 |
| The politics and practice of natural resources | 7.5 | Basic | 50% | 31 Aug - 6 Nov |
| Viking Age Societies in Scandinavia. Historical and Archaeological perspectives | 15.0 | Basic | 50% | 31 Aug – 15 Jan 2010 |
| Web Design, Basic | 7.5 | Basic | 25% | 31 Aug – 15 Jan 2010 |
| Web Design, Usability and Accessibility | 15.0 | Basic | 50% | 31 Aug – 15 Jan 2010 |
Basic Level: For university entrants
Advanced Level: Prior higher educational experience is required
*Web Design, Usability and Accessiblity requires previous web design experience
Please Note: Course dates are approximate. Contact the course study advisor if you have specific questions.
