Sociology of Globalization and Migration 7.5 credits

Pauline König, Abdelrahman Adel Attia Abdelaziz Eldihy, Fynn van Noppen, Ruth Auma Owino

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About the course

This course provides a critical understanding of the relationship between globalization, migration and the welfare state. Attention is directed to topics such as migration, immigration, integration, the labour market as well as challenges for the welfare state in a global context. During the course there are several aspects discussed on how these topics interact and affect each other.

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Autumn 2026
- Sociology of Globalization and Migration
  
  Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens
  
  HT26 / Umeå / English / On site
  
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  Starts
  2 November 2026
  
  Ends
  2 December 2026
  
  Number of credits
  7.5 credits
  
  Type of studies
  On site
  
  Study pace
  100%
  
  Teaching hours
  Daytime
  
  Study location
  Umeå
  
  Language
  English
  
  Application code
  UMU-2200P
  
  Eligibility
  
  90 credits in a major subject within the field of social sciences, where in 15 credits must be at the bachelor level. Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.
  
  Selection
  
  Academic credits
  
  Application
  Online applications are now open. Application deadline is 15 April 2026. 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 12,075
  
  Total fee: SEK 12,075
  
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