English II
After English 1, we hope you will continue on English 2.
Building on skills acquired in English I, English 2 allows you to further develop what you studied in both English linguistics and English literature. After completing English 2, you have the opportunity to specialize further in your preferred discipline within our Bachelor’s or English 3 courses.
English 2 (30 credits) comprises four modules (7.5 credits each). Module descriptions and other material will be available on Canvas at the start of the term, or the start of the module.
Modules
Structure of the English Language (LN21), 7.5 credits
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, focusing on the structural features of the English language, especially phonetics/phonology, syntax, and semantics. Students will learn to understand and apply linguistic models, concepts and methods of analysis in the above-mentioned areas.
Literature and Culture 21 (LT21), 7.5 credits
Within this module, various genres of English-language literature from the early period until the nineteenth century are studied. 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.
English Language in Use (LN22), 7.5 credits
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, focusing on the uses of the English language, especially pragmatics, discourse analysis, and sociolinguistics. Students will learn to understand and apply linguistic models, concepts and methods of analysis in the above-mentioned areas.
Literature and Culture 22 (LT22), 7.5 credits
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.
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 doing tasks connected to teaching sessions. 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.
Assessment
Each module is examined on the basis of a written (sit-down) examination.
Examiner
You will be divided into a group at the start of term, as group placements will depend on the number of registered students. We will inform all students which group they are in by the start of the course.
Information for autumn term 2026 will follow.
Student Affairs Office and study counsellor
Module coordinators (autumn term 2026):
Structure of the English Language: Peter Sundkvist
Literature and Culture 21: Irina Rasmussen
English Language in Use: Maria Kuteeva
Literature and Culture 22: Magnus Ullén
