Overview
Studies at the third-cycle (PhD) level shall essentially build upon the knowledge gained by students at first- and second-cycle levels or equivalent knowledge.
Features
- To be admitted to Literature studies at the third-cycle level at Umea University, the applicant must meet the basic eligibility requirements and any specific eligibility requirements stipulated by the faculty board, and must be deemed to have such abilities as are otherwise required in order to assimilate the education.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Literature
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Literature View 17 other PhDs in Literature in SwedenAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The basic eligibility requirements are having been awarded a degree at second-cycle level, having completed course requirements worth at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits must be at second-cycle level, or in some other way – either in Sweden or abroad – having acquired largely equivalent knowledge.
- The faculty board may grant dispensation from the basic eligibility requirements for individual applicants, if special reasons exist.
Tuition Fee
Doctoral students don’t pay tuition fees.
Living costs for Umeå
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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