Literature - Culture - Media, Scandinavian Studies - Master's Programme
Start
Autumn 2026
Duration
2 years
Level
Master's
Language
English
Place of study
Lund
The aim of this master’s programme is to strengthen the student’s historical knowledge and theoretical understanding of relations between literature, culture in general and modern media. Consequently, the literary text is studied from an intercultural and interdisciplinary perspective.
The programme offers nine different specializations: in Scandinavian studies and in Children's and Adolescent, English, French, General, German, Russian, Spanish, and Yiddish literature.
The programme consists of compulsory courses in English and individually selected courses within the various language orientations. Some courses are theoretical, discussing aesthetic and cultural topics of a general nature, while others are focused on specific literary genres, themes or historical periods. Critical attention is also given to the many forms in which literature enters the media and the public sphere in contemporary society.
The full programme comprises two years of study, but if you choose, you can take just one year. In both cases, the final examination consists of writing a Master’s thesis in Literature – Culture – Media.
The teaching consists of lectures, seminars, and independent work. You will have the opportunity to specialize in a specific area and complete the programme with a thesis in your chosen specialisation.
After graduation, you can continue with doctoral studies or work in fields related to literature, culture, and media. The programme equips you with the skills required to participate in research and development work or to work independently in qualified professions.
Prerequisites
A first-cycle degree (Bachelor’s degree), with 90 higher education credits in the chosen area of specialisation in the programme. Specialisation in Scandinavian Literature (SKAN): BA in Scandinavian Studies, including 90 credits in Scandinavian literature. English course 6 (advanced proficiency) and proficiency in Swedish, Danish or Norwegian.
Selection criteria
Based on Bachelor’s degree project or equivalent, Grades for other courses relevant to the application, Statement of Purpose, Interview, in the priority order given
Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens
Citizens of countries outside:
- The European Union (EU)
- The European Economic Area (EEA) and
- Switzerland
are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each
semester.
Tuition fees, payments and exemptions
Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 270,000
First payment: SEK 67,500
Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.
No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland
There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.
Lund University Global Scholarship Programme
The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is a merit-based and selective scholarship targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA.
Lund University Global Scholarship
African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship
Within the framework of the Lund University Global Scholarship programme, the University also offers the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship targeted at top academic students from selected African research universities.
Swedish Institute Scholarship: Global professionals
The Swedish Institute offers scholarships to international students from certain countries who are applying for select Master's programmes in Sweden.
Scholarship information on the Swedish Institute website
Country-specific scholarships and funding options
Lund University has agreements with scholarship organisations and funding bodies in different countries, which may allow applicants to apply for funding or scholarships in their home countries for their studies at Lund University. Most agreements are intended for Master’s applicants, although certain opportunities may also be available to Bachelor’s students.
External scholarships
In addition to scholarships offered by Lund University or through its partner agreements, there are external opportunities. On the page below, you’ll find examples of organisations that may provide financial support for international students from specific countries.