Sweden

Sweden: Language and Culture Program, Lund University

Host Institution

Lund University

Highlights

This program may be taken as a stand-alone summer program, but it also comprises the required intensive language program (ILP) for students in the academic year program and is optional for students participating in the fall semester at Lund University. (details)

Duration

Summer: late June to early August (calendar)

Students (except sophomores) may extend their EAP participation from the summer to the fall or year program at Lund University. A residence permit must be obtained before departure and GPA requirements must be met.

Academic Focus

Swedish language and culture. The program offers course work at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. Swedish is used in the classroom from the start, in order to develop students’ competence in all aspects of the language, including reading, writing, grammar, and conversation. In addition to 120 hours of class work, the curriculum includes field trips, guest lectures, and social activities to introduce students to Swedish culture and society, and to Sweden’s role in Scandinavia and Europe. (details)

Students attend classes with international students and UC students.

Language of Instruction

Swedish

Language study

Language-based curriculum. Program constitutes the required intensive language program (ILP) for students in the year program and is optional for the fall program.

Units

Students are required to take a full-time course of study on EAP. Students enroll in two Swedish courses; 10 UC quarter units are required.

Housing

Students will be assigned to single rooms in a university dormitory. Students live in one of the large, modern student complexes. The rooms are usually larger than typical UC dorm rooms. Students live with other UC and international students. (details)

Estimated Cost

For estimated program costs, see the Financial Overview page.

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this program, see the Selection Criteria and Application Deadlines.