Languages and Cultures of the Nordic and Baltic Sea Region is an umbrella programme that allows students to deepen their knowledge of the culture and language studied (Norwegian, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Latvian, Polish or German) as well as consistently broaden their specialisation to include a cross-cultural perspective. Several thematic courses are offered that target the socio-cultural developments of the community studied in the broader context of Eastern, Central and Northern Europe. The students can specialise in literary and cultural studies or (socio)linguistics or choose subjects freely combining these fields. The programme includes cooperation with similar programmes at other universities in the region. The language of instruction is English. The entry requirement is a B1 level knowledge of the language of the chosen specialisation.
You will acquire a deeper understanding of the culture and society studied, based on scientific and cultural knowledge.
You will acquire intercultural knowledge that will enable you to approach the culture studied in the broader context of the Nordic and Baltic Sea Region.
You will become familiar with the differences in socio-cultural processes and developments in the region.
You will be able to interpret socio-cultural and/or linguistic phenomena independently, critically and creatively.
Depending on the starting position, you will raise your competence in the language of your choice to B2-C2 level.
Proficiency in the language of the chosen specialisation (Danish/Norwegian/Swedish/Swedish/Finnish/German/Polish/Latvian/Russian) at least at B1 level according to the CEFR.
English language proficiency (at least B2 level according to the CEFR), as demonstrated by passing one of the international examinations: - IELTS score: 5,5+, - TOEFL score: 46+ (iBT Internet-based test) - Cambridge English exam: 160+, - Pearson PTE Academic: 59+, - LanguageCert IESOL B2, - Duolingo English Test: 95+ Or other proof of English language proficiency at B2 level according to the CEFR.
We guarantee you an intercultural, interdisciplinary and international content
Opportunities to delve into cutting-edge fields of linguistic and cultural research such as the study of urban culture, aspects of gender, nature and technology
Opportunities to specialise in cultural or (socio-)linguistic fields, as well as to tailor one's studies by choosing a broader intercultural or interdisciplinary profile.
Creative and innovative study methods and a friendly study environment
Opportunities to study other languages of the region
What comes after?
Graduates of the programme are being employed in a wide range of fields requiring professional knowledge of cultures and languages, as well as international and intercultural knowledge, in both state and business enterprises/institutions/organisations in the Nordic and Baltic Sea Region or elsewhere, acting as cultural experts and mediators or simply as critical, independent workers with a good background in humanities.
