English III within the Teacher Education Programme for Secondary School and Upper Secondary School, second subject

This course is part of the Teacher Education Programme for Secondary School and Upper Secondary School with English as a second subject.

The course builds on skills acquired in English I and English II.

Note that the course has been revised for autumn term 2026.

The course includes 3 modules. One module is obligatory. For the other modules, students select a preferred specialisation (English language literature or English linguistics) ahead of each term. Different optional modules are given within the two specialisations each term. The degree project is written within the chosen specialisation.

Eligibility criteria are stated in the syllabus.

Modules

Module 1: Literature and Culture 22, LT22 (7.5 credits)

The module is obligatory within the course and runs in period AB.

This module focuses on literature in English from different genres and different parts of the world from the nineteenth century to the present. Terms and analytical concepts that the students acquired in English I 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 to critically analyse the texts in question.

Module description: LT22_AB_HT26 pdf, 308.4 kB.

Module 2: Optional module in English linguistics or in English language literature (7.5 credits)

A selection of modules will be given each term and students are asked to submit their preferences. Students take one optional module in period CD within the same specialisation (linguistics or literature) as their degree project. The number of optional modules that will be given is subject to change, depending on the number of registered students.

Module descriptions with reading lists for the optional modules can be found under "Course literature" below.

Module 3: Degree project in English linguistics or in English language literature (15 credits)

Students due to take the course are asked if their preferred specialisation is linguistics or literature for their degree project. This module runs across the term. As well as 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.

Teaching Format

The teaching comprises lectures, workshops and seminars, as well as individual supervision for the degree project. 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.


Assessment

Module 1 (Literature and Culture 22, LT22): A written (sit-down) examination.

Optional modules in English linguistics or English language literature: Oral and written assignments. The final written assignment is due at the end of each module. Information about other assignments will be available on Canvas.

Degree project in English linguistics or in English language literature: Degree project, formulated together with the supervisor and ventilated at the end of term.

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 2026

Schedules are subject to change in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Make sure you read the course description with information about each module.

Module 1

Obligatory module - period AB.

Literature and Culture 22 (LT22)

 

Module 2 (Optional modules)

Students take one module in either linguistics or in literature in period CD. The number of optional modules that will be given is subject to change, depending on the number of registered students.

Optional modules in English language literature - period CD

Optional modules in English linguistics - period CD

 

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.

Degree project in linguistics

Degree project in literature

Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
Course reports are displayed for the three most recent course instances.


Autumn term 2026

Students due to take the course are sent an online form that asks for preferences in terms of the optional module and topic suggestions for the degree project within the chosen specialisation. Ahead of the autumn term, preferences and topic suggestions need to be submitted by 12 August.

Placements in optional modules will be confirmed in conjunction with the start of term, as it will depend on the allocation of supervisors as well as on eligibilty. After registration and when the allocation in optional modules is done, you will get access to Canvas, 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 coordinator for your specialisation - linguistics or literature (see the schedule for details).

Below are the optional modules planned for the autumn term 2026.

Optional modules in English linguistics - period CD:
Accents of English
Sociolinguistics

Optional modules in English language literature - period CD:
Bad Modernisms
Narratives and Desire

Module descriptions with reading lists for the optional modules can be found under "Course literature" above.






Module coordinators (autumn term 2026):

Literature and Culture 22: Magnus Ullén

Degree project in English language literature: Adnan Mahmutović

Degree project in English linguistics: Aki Siegel

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