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English, Bachelor's Thesis in Linguistics 15 credits

About the course

An independently conducted study of a delimited problem in the field of English linguistics. The study is presented in English in the form of a thesis that conforms to generally accepted research principles regarding content and format. The course also includes peer response on other students' theses. The subject is chosen in consultation with the supervisor.

Module 1: Research planning, 2 credits
Problem formulation and preparation of a research plan and preliminary bibliography

Module 2: Implementation of research project, 5 credits
Presentation and defense of a carefully prepared outline of their thesis at a seminar and opposition on another student's work.

Module 3: Research report, 8 credits
An independent project in English linguistics based on the approved research plan and opposition on another student's thesis.

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  • Autumn 2025

    • English, Bachelor's Thesis in Linguistics

      Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens

      HT25 / Varied / English / Web-based (online)

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      Starts

      1 September 2025

      Ends

      18 January 2026

      Number of credits

      15 credits

      Type of studies

      Web-based (online)

      Mandatory meetings

      No mandatory meetings

      Other meetings

      None

      Study pace

      50%

      Teaching hours

      Mixed

      Study location

      Varied

      Language

      English

      Application code

      UMU-14114


      Eligibility Univ: At least 75 ECTS in the academic subject English, including 15 ECTS with academic progression (corresponding to level 61-90 hp in the Swedish academic system), and of the latter at least 7.5 ECTS must be in English linguistics, or equivalent knowledge.
      Selection

      Academic credits

      Application

      Application deadline was 15 April 2025. The application period is closed. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.


      Application and tuition fees

      As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.

      Application fee: SEK 900

      Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 24,150

      Total fee: SEK 24,150

      Details about tuition, fees and funding

       
  • Spring 2026

    • English, Bachelor's Thesis in Linguistics

      Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens

      VT26 / Varied / English / Web-based (online)

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      Starts

      19 January 2026

      Ends

      7 June 2026

      Number of credits

      15 credits

      Type of studies

      Web-based (online)

      Mandatory meetings

      No mandatory meetings

      Other meetings

      None

      Study pace

      50%

      Teaching hours

      Mixed

      Study location

      Varied

      Language

      English

      Application code

      UMU-14106


      Eligibility Univ: At least 75 ECTS in the academic subject English, including 15 ECTS with academic progression (corresponding to level 61-90 hp in the Swedish academic system), and of the latter at least 7.5 ECTS must be in English linguistics, or equivalent knowledge.
      Selection

      Academic credits

      Application

      Online applications are now open. Application deadline is 15 October 2025. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.


      Application and tuition fees

      As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.

      Application fee: SEK 900

      Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 24,150

      Total fee: SEK 24,150

      Details about tuition, fees and funding

       

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