English
KristiansandSpecialised expertise in the global language of English is in demand in the media, education, business and many other contexts. A master's degree in English provides you with the skills you need.
Facts about the program
- ECTS credits:
- 120
- Duration:
- 2 years
- Mode of study:
- Full-time
- Semester:
- Autumn 2027
- Application opens:
- 1 February
- Application deadline:
- 1 March
- Teaching language:
- English
- Student places:
- 20
About the programme
This programme is open for applicants from the EU/EEA only.
How can the study of linguistics and literature provide insight into our sense of reality, identity and value systems and develop our understanding of the role of languages in the world and in the mind? The programme comprises courses in English language and linguistics, as well as in British and American literature and culture. Students can specialise in either linguistics or literature, defining their own research projects under supervision. We offer courses in both theoretical and experimental linguistics, as well as in early modern and modern literature.
The master's programme gives oral and written training in the assessment and testing of different methods of analysis. In the literature courses, there will be advanced training in vocabulary, sense of nuances, and stylistic variation. In the linguistic courses, there will be advanced training in the analysis of language structure and experimental psycholinguistic approaches to the investigation of language processing.
What will you learn?
On completion of the study programme, students will have acquired:
- Analytical skills
- Ability to explain, evaluate and apply methods and theories in linguistics or literature
- Ability to analyse language and literature in different historical and cultural contexts
- In-depth knowledge of the discipline of your specialisation, its history and its traditions
- In-depth knowledge of language, its structure, acquisition, development and functions
- In-depth knowledge of literature, its genres, forms, development and functions
- Advanced skills in project presentation, oral and written
Teaching methods
Language of instruction: English
Exchange opportunities
Many master's students have had exchange experiences at many universities in the Nordic countries, Europe and other parts of the world.
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Learning environment
Career prospects
What can you do with your degree?
The degree qualifies candidates for admission to PhD programmes in either linguistics or literature. Candidates may find relevant work in education, culture, publishing, journalism and public relations, in the public as well as in the private sector, both nationally and internationally.
Exchange opportunities
In an increasingly globalised world, the workplace puts more and more demands on global insight and experience. UiA seeks to integrate exchange programmes in all studies.
Admissions
Application period
- EU/EEA applicants: From 1 February to 1 March.
- Nordic citizens and applicants with a permanent or renewable residence permit in Norway: From 1 February to 15 April.
Admission requirements
The general admission requirement is a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent education of a minimum of three years duration (180 ECTS credits).
According to the admission criteria, the major must include a minimum of 80 ECTS credits in English. At least 20 credits must be in linguistics, and at least 20 credits must be in literature. At least 20 credits must be on the supplementary level (Level 2).
Students must have obtained a weighted average grade of C or better for their English major.
Ranking will be based on the average grade in the major.
Recommended previous knowledge
Very good English language proficiency in written and oral English equivalent to CEFR level C1.
How to apply
How to apply to degree programmes
The Section for Admissions at UiA can answer questions about the application process. For questions about the programme itself, please contact your faculty. See the contact details at the bottom of this page.
Contact the Section for Admissions
Phone: +47 38 14 15 64
Phone hours: Monday - Wednesday - Friday 9:00 - 11:00
Tuition fees
Tuition fees are applicable to international students with citizenship from outside the EU/EEA or Switzerland.
Contact
- helle.garbers@uia.no
- Phone
- +47 38 14 20 08
- jamie.c.callison@uia.no
- Phone
- +47 38 14 20 61