English II for teaching at secondary schools, subject two, including degree project
This course is part of the Teacher Programme for Secondary School (Ämneslärarprogram med inriktning mot arbete i grundskolans årskurs 7-9).
The course builds on skills acquired in English I and includes a degree project.
Information for admitted students autumn 2024
Registration
Registration is mandatory and will be open in Ladok for admitted students between 5 and 15 August. You need to register on time to confirm and keep your place. The eligibility criteria for the course are stipulated in the syllabus.
Important: As of 1 January 2024, you must use eduID or your account on antagning.se to log in to Ladok. Read more: Temporary way to log in to Ladok starting in the New Year.
Athena
After registration you will get access to Athena, where course material from teachers will be made available.
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Course structure
This course includes 3 modules. Students will choose to specialise in English linguistics or English-language literature. Students who choose linguistics will take the module Linguistics 2A and write a degree project in linguistics. Students who choose literature will take the module Literary Cultures 1832-Now and write a degree project in literature. The module English Language Education (DIDD) is an obligatory module for all students.
Eligibility criteria are stated in the syllabus.
Modules
Module 1: Linguistics OR Literature (7.5 credits)
Linguistics 2A (LN2A):
This module elaborates on the concepts of English linguistics that were introduced in English I, and aims to provide students with increased insights into English linguistics, especially phonetics/phonology, morphology, syntax, grammar, semantics, pragmatics, discourse analysis and sociolinguistics. Students will learn to understand and apply linguistic models, concepts and methods of analysis in the above-mentioned areas.The module runs in period A.
Module description:
LN2A, HT24 (pdf) (243 Kb)
Literary Cultures 1832-Now (LT2B):
This module focuses on literature in English from different genres and different parts of the world from the period 1832 to the present. Terms and analytical concepts that the students acquired in English I and English II are used and expanded upon. In addition, students gain historical and critical perspectives on literary texts. Special emphasis is placed on the students’ own ability to use English in speech and in writing to critically analyse the texts in question.The module runs in period AB.
Module description:
LT2B, HT24 (pdf) (319 Kb)
Module 2 - English Language Education (DIDD), 7.5 credits:
This module is given by the Department of Language Education.
The aim of this module is to study central theoretical concepts in the learning and teaching of English language and literature. Students have the opportunity to develop familiarity with and to apply their knowledge of relevant policy documents and principles and strategies for teaching language proficiency. The module deals with language course design, course content, assessment, knowledge requirements, and grading in the four skills of English language proficiency, reading, writing, listening and speaking.
The module runs in period CD.
Grading criteria:
DIDD_betygskriterier (pdf) (426 Kb)
Course literature:
DIDD_kurslitteratur (pdf) (804 Kb)
Module 3 - Degree project in English linguistics or in English language literature, 15 credits:
This module runs across the whole term. In addition to a series of seminars, meetings with the assigned supervisor will be set up individually. The exact schedule (dates and times) for the ventilation seminars at the end of term will depend on the number of participating students.Module description:
Degree Project - Literature, HT24 (pdf) (258 Kb)
Degree Project - Linguistics, general information, HT24 (pdf) (91 Kb)
Degree Project - Linguistics, seminar series description, HT24 (pdf) (236 Kb)
Teaching format
The teaching comprises lectures, workshops and seminars. Active participation is expected from students in all teaching formats in order to pass the examination. Students will often work with different tasks and assignments during the teaching sessions in preparation for the examination. Apart from scheduled teaching, time will be spent reading course literature and completing mandatory assignments. Full-time students are expected to spend about 40 hours per week on their studies.
As a student of English, it is essential that you plan your studies carefully and start reading in good time before a lecture, workshop or seminar to be in phase with the teaching.
Assessment
Module 1
Linguistics 2A (LN2A): A final sit-down examination.
Literary Cultures 1832-Now (LT2B): One written assignment and a sit-down exam in practical text analysis.Module 2 - English Language Education (DIDD): Written and oral assignments and a take-home examination.
Module 3 - Degree project in English linguistics or in English language literature: Degree project, formulated together with the supervisor and ventilated at the end of term.
Examiner
Examiners, degree projects, VT24 (pdf) (169 Kb)
Examiners, HT24 (pdf) (153 Kb)
Examiners, VT24 (pdf) (151 Kb)
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.Autumn term 2024
Schedules are subject to change in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Make sure you read the course description with information about each module.
Module 1
Linguistics 2A (LN2A) - period A
Literary Cultures 1832-Now (LT2B) - period AB
Module 2
English Language Education (DIDD) - period CD
Details for the schedule for the module DIDD will follow in Time Edit. Contact the responsible teachers at the start of term if you have questions.
Module 3 (Degree project)
Students write their degree project in either linguistics or in literature.
Meetings with the assigned supervisor will be set up individually. The exact schedule (dates and times) for the ventilation seminars at the end of term will depend on the number of participating students.
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Course reports
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More information
Autumn term 2024
Students due to take the course are sent an online form that asks for topic suggestions for the degree project within the chosen specialisation. Ahead of the autumn term, preferences and topic suggestions need to be submitted by 15 August.
After registration, you will get access to Athena, where course material from teachers will be made available. You will receive information on who your degree project supervisor is at the first seminar with the coordinators for each specialisation - linguistics or literature (see the schedule for details).
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Contact
Module coordinators (autumn term 2024):
Linguistics 2A: Peter Sundkvist
Literary Cultures 1832-Now: Giles Whiteley
Degree project in English language literature: Elisabet Dellming
Degree project in English linguistics: Kathrin Kaufhold
English Language Education: Laura Sánchez Pérez
Student Affairs Office
- Visiting address
Södra huset, room E882
Universitetsvägen 10 E, 8th Floor
During the summer, we have limited staffing. You can contact the Student Affairs Office via email but it will take a while before we can respond. Information ahead of the autumn term 2024, and answers to most FAQ, is available on our education pages on the web. If you have other questions, we will get back to you as soon as possible in August.
- Office hours
Opening hours ahead of the start of the autumn term will be updated on the web in the beginning of August.
- Phone hours
Mondays and Wednesdays, 10.00 - 11.00. No phone hours between 27 June and 28 July.
