Media and the History of Political Rhetoric

This interdisciplinary course explores the rhetorical use of media to establish power, both historically and in contemporary contexts. You will examine the impact of communication technologies such as writing, print, and broadcasting on rhetoric, and critically discuss the rhetorical strategies and propaganda used by politicians and leaders.  

Course syllabus

The syllabus contains the formal and legal details of the entire course. It’s a legal document outlining the course structure and requirements, intended mainly for administrative use.

Course literature

The course literature listed may be updated up to eight weeks before the course begins.

In this international course, you will engage with students from many different countries. Through lectures, seminars, and group exercises, the students will contribute diverse perspectives and experiences. Additionally, you will work on an individual project, allowing you to dig deeper into a topic related to the course.  

This course will equip you with an understanding of the impact of social, cultural, and technological changes on media and political rhetoric. You will develop the skills to analyse communication and propaganda across different media types.  

Entry requirements

General requirements for university studies in Sweden

Selection criteria

Seats are allocated according to the following: The general average (GPA) of your higher secondary school leaving certificate: 34 %, The Swedish national university aptitude test: 34 %, number of previous ECTS at application deadline (up to 165): 32 %. If students have equal credentials, seats are allocated based on their results on The Swedish National University Aptitude Test. If this too is equal, seats are allocated based on a draw.

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 15,625
First payment: SEK 15,625

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Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.

Application fee

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.